Easy Fluffy Pancakes

These Easy Fluffy Pancakes are an easy pancake recipe created in one bowl with 8 basic ingredients. Use baking powder and egg to make the fluffiest pancakes!

Course Breakfast, Pancakes

Keyword breakfast, fluffy pancakes, pancakes

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 5

Servings pancakes

Calories 140kcal

Author Samantha Pickthall

Ingredients

3 Tbsp unsalted butter, plus extra for frying
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, scoop & leveled
3 1/2 tsp baking powder
3 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp fine salt
1 1/4 cups whole milk, at room temperature
1 large egg, beaten
2 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Prepare the Butter: First, melt the butter and set it aside to cool slightly. This is crucial to prevent the egg from cooking when mixed. The butter should feel just warm to the touch.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Then, whisk in the sugar and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Gently pour in the milk, cooled melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Whisk until well combined for about 20 seconds, being careful not to over-mix. Small lumps of flour are okay.
Rest the Batter: Allow the batter to sit for 5 minutes. This resting time helps in creating a fluffier pancake.
Heat the Pan: Place a medium-sized non-stick frying pan over low-medium heat. Melt about 1-2 tablespoons of extra butter in it. Use a pastry brush or paper towel to lightly coat the base of the pan with butter.
Cook the Pancakes: Increase the heat to medium. Scoop up 1/4 cup of batter and pour it into the middle of the pan. Spread it gently into a 10cm (4 inch) circle with a spatula. Cook for 1 minute, then flip and cook for another 45 seconds. Remove from the pan and repeat with the remaining batter. Remember to brush the pan with butter before cooking each pancake.
Serve: Enjoy the pancakes warm, drizzled with maple syrup. Add toppings like fresh berries, citrus fruits, or ice-cream as desired.

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