Step-by-Step Guide to Making the Best Fluffy Pancakes
Start your morning right with a stack of golden, fluffy pancakes that are light, tender, and super easy to make from scratch. This no-fail recipe delivers perfect pancakes every time!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth.
3. Combine and Let Batter Rest
Gently pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined—don’t worry if there are a few lumps!
Pro Tip: Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes to activate the baking powder and boost fluffiness.
4. Cook the Pancakes
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
Pour about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake into the skillet. When bubbles start to form on the surface and edges look set, flip the pancake.
Cook for another 1–2 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown.
5. Serve and Enjoy!
Repeat with the remaining batter. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven if needed.
Serve hot with maple syrup, whipped cream, berries, banana slices, or any of your favorite toppings.
Optional Add-ins
- Chocolate chips
- Blueberries
- Cinnamon & vanilla extract
