Fluffy Pancakes
Soft, fluffy pancakes with golden edges and a tender center, made for an easy family breakfast or weekend brunch.
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Ingredients
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- sugar
- salt
- milk
- eggs
- butter
- vanilla extract
- maple syrup
- berries
Steps
- Whisk 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 3 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk 1 1/4 cups milk, 1 egg, 3 tbsp melted butter, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. A few small lumps are fine.
- Rest the batter for 5 minutes while heating a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Lightly butter the pan, then pour about 1/4 cup batter for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on top and the edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip once and cook the second side until golden and cooked through, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, berries, or a small pat of butter.
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Reviewed cooking notes
Why this recipe works
Resting makes pancakes softer
A short rest hydrates the flour and helps the batter cook into a tender pancake.
Gentle mixing keeps them fluffy
Overmixing develops gluten and can make pancakes tough instead of soft.
Medium heat cooks evenly
Moderate heat browns the outside while giving the center enough time to cook through.
Fix it while cooking
Went wrong, confused, or need help?
Use these quick fixes first. If the issue is still unclear, open Rescue and describe what happened, what step you are on, and what ingredients you already added.
Pancakes are dense
Mix less next time and make sure the baking powder is fresh.
Centers are undercooked
Lower the heat and cook a little longer before flipping.
Batter is too thick
Add milk one tablespoon at a time until it pours slowly.
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Quick answers
Fluffy Pancakes FAQ
Can I make pancake batter ahead?
It is best fresh, but you can mix dry ingredients ahead and add wet ingredients before cooking.
Why are my pancakes not fluffy?
The batter may be overmixed, the baking powder may be old, or the pan may be too hot.
Can I freeze pancakes?
Yes. Cool completely, freeze in a single layer, then reheat in a toaster or warm oven.
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