Here’s a classic and reliable homemade pancake recipe that yields fluffy, delicious pancakes:
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter. Add the vanilla extract if using.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Preheat and Grease the Pan:
- Heat a griddle or a large skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Cook the Pancakes:
- For each pancake, pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook until the other side is golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.
- Serve:
- Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or a pat of butter.
Tips for Perfect Pancakes:
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in tough pancakes. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.
- Consistent Heat: Make sure the griddle or skillet is preheated to the right temperature before cooking. Too hot, and the pancakes will burn on the outside while remaining raw inside; too cool, and they won’t rise properly.
- Rest the Batter: Letting the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking can help the pancakes to rise better.
Enjoy your homemade pancakes!