Fluffy Old-Fashioned Pancakes
These perfect, fluffy pancakes are a quick and delicious breakfast option. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, enjoy a delightful start to your day in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 3.5 teaspoons baking powder Ensure baking powder is fresh.
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1.25 cups milk or buttermilk For added flavor, use buttermilk.
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter Plus more for cooking.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional ingredient.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate medium bowl, crack the egg and add the milk and melted butter. Whisk until smooth, adding vanilla extract if desired.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir just until the flour is moistened; a few lumps are fine.
Cooking
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter to the surface.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the hot griddle, spaced apart.
- Cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set.
- Flip the pancake with a spatula and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and serve immediately with desired toppings.
Notes
For best results, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.