Fluffy homemade pancakes made with simple ingredients like flour, milk, and an egg. Lightly sweet, ready in 20 minutes, and perfect for breakfast or brunch. Makes 12!
Published: April 3, 2025 by Lea
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I’m a busy mom who loves cooking but also likes to keep things simple. I like to meal prep, but I won’t compromise on taste and quality. For example, when I make spaghetti and meatballs, I’ll happily prepare and freeze a big batch of my Italian meatballs, but the pasta? I always cook it fresh when I’m making the recipe. Same idea for breakfast.
Like most kids, mine love pancakes and waffles. In my waffle recipe, I mention how I freeze and reheat them in the toaster, and it’s the same with this easy pancake recipe. They freeze really well, and when the kids want some, I just toast them up. Easy, quick, and still delicious.
Ingredients to make this simple pancake recipe:
- Flour
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Vanilla Extract
- Milk
- Egg
- Unsalted Butter
Measurements are posted in the recipe card below the instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I freeze pancakes? Yes! Let them cool completely, then stack them with parchment paper in between and freeze in a zip-top bag. Reheat in the toaster or microwave whenever you need a quick breakfast.
- Can I use a different type of milk? Absolutely. You can use almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, or even buttermilk.
- Why are my pancakes not fluffy? Make sure your baking powder is fresh and don’t over-mix the batter.
Instructions to make pancakes from scratch:
- Start by combining all the dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar.
- Melt the butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds, just until it’s melted but not bubbling.
- In a separate bowl, add the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla and whisk everything together.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until you get a smooth, lump-free batter. Set the pancake mix aside.
- Grease your non-stick pan with a small piece of butter and set it on medium to high heat. Allow it 3 to 5 minutes to heat up.
- Once hot, scoop out 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until golden and fluffy.
Pancakes go great with fresh fruit like strawberries, blueberries, or sliced bananas. You can also top them with maple syrup, honey, whipped cream, or a pat of butter. You can drizzle some chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or even dust some powdered sugar!
If you tried this recipe, be sure to leave a rating and share your thoughts in the comments below. I’d love to hear your feedback!
Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1½ Cups Flour
- 2 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Baking Powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1¼ Cups Milk
- 1 Egg
- 3 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (40g)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients: flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar. Melt the butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds, just until melted, not bubbling. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until you get a smooth, lump-free batter.Set the batter aside while you prep your pan.
- Grease pan with a small piece of butter, place it over medium to high heat, and let it heat up for 3 to 5 minutes.Scoop out about ¼ cup of batter per pancake. Cook each side for around 2 minutes or until golden and fluffy.
Notes
- Nutrition info is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and portions. For the most accurate details, consider using a nutrition tool or checking our full Nutrition Information Disclaimer.
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