Best Fluffy Pancakes Recipe – Easy Homemade Breakfast Idea
This best fluffy pancakes recipe makes the ultimate breakfast treat! Soft, golden, and perfectly airy, these pancakes are quick to whip up and pair beautifully with butter, syrup, or fresh fruit. Ideal for cozy weekend mornings or family brunch gatherings.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 ¼ cups milk (whole or buttermilk)
- 3 tbsp melted butter (plus more for cooking)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine Gently: Pour wet into dry. Stir until just moistened—batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Rest Batter: Let sit for 5 minutes to activate baking powder.
- Cook Pancakes: Preheat skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form, flip, and cook until golden.
- Serve: Stack pancakes and serve warm with butter, syrup, or toppings of choice.
Notes
- Don’t overmix—lumpy batter makes fluffier pancakes.
- Rest batter for 5 minutes before cooking.
- Preheat skillet for even browning.
- Use buttermilk for extra tang and tenderness.
- Keep pancakes warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven until serving.