Description
These fluffy homemade pancakes are soft, golden, and lightly sweet with a hint of vanilla. Made with everyday ingredients, they cook up tender and airy, making them ideal for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter or oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk and egg until combined. Stir in melted butter and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Heat a lightly greased skillet over medium heat.
- Pour 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes, until golden brown.
- Serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
- Do not overmix; small lumps in the batter are normal.
- If pancakes brown too quickly, reduce heat slightly.
- If batter seems thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk to loosen it.
- For even cooking, wait until the pan is properly heated before adding batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American