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Best Fluffy Pancake Recipe

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Discover the secret to making the most incredible fluffy pancakes from scratch with this foolproof recipe. Perfect for a delicious breakfast, these pancakes are light, airy, and topped with melting butter and syrup for the ultimate morning treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder, aluminum-free
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups milk, any type
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Make the batter: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Create a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Break the egg with a fork first, then mix it into the liquids. Slowly combine the wet ingredients with the dry ones by stirring from the outside of the bowl inward until just combined and mostly smooth. Stop mixing as soon as no flour is visible to prevent tough pancakes.
  2. Heat the cooking surface: Preheat a non-stick griddle or large pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter, spray, or oil. For an electric griddle, heat to between 300°F and 350°F. Avoid overheating — if your butter turns brown quickly, the pan is too hot.
  3. Cook the pancakes: Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the prepared surface. Since the batter does not spread, use the back of a spoon or a scoop to shape it. Cook for about 2 minutes on the first side, until bubbles form and the edges look set. Flip and cook the other side for slightly less time. Do not press down with the spatula, as it will make the pancakes dense and may cause batter to spill out.
  4. Serve or keep warm: Remove pancakes from the pan and either serve immediately or keep warm on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven while finishing the rest.

Notes

  • For best results, do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy.
  • Use aluminum-free baking powder to avoid a metallic taste.
  • Adjust cooking temperature to avoid burning the butter or undercooking the pancakes.
  • Keep cooked pancakes warm in the oven set to 200°F until all are ready to serve.
  • You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk to make a dairy-free version.

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