Fluffy Pancakes Recipe

ByMeegarecipes

These homemade pancakes are soft, airy, and perfect for breakfast! Follow this simple step-by-step guide to make the best pancakes every time.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together:
✅ 1 ½ cups flour
✅ 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
✅ 1 tablespoon sugar
✅ ¼ teaspoon salt

This ensures the baking powder is evenly distributed, helping the pancakes rise.

Step 2: Prepare the Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together:
✅ 1 ¼ cups milk
✅ 1 egg
✅ 3 tablespoons melted butter
✅ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Make sure the melted butter is slightly cooled before mixing, so it doesn’t cook the egg.

Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  1. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  2. Gently stir with a spatula or whisk until just combined.
    • Don’t overmix! The batter should be slightly lumpy—this helps keep the pancakes fluffy.

Step 4: Heat the Pan

  1. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium-low heat.
  2. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
    • Tip: If using butter, wipe off any excess with a paper towel to prevent burning.

Step 5: Cook the Pancakes

  1. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake.
  2. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
  3. Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.

Repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy!

  • Stack your pancakes on a plate.
  • Top with butter, maple syrup, fresh fruits, or whipped cream.
  • Serve warm and enjoy your fluffy pancakes!

Tips for the Best Fluffy Pancakes

✔ Use fresh baking powder – old baking powder won’t make the pancakes rise properly.
✔ Don’t overmix – a few lumps in the batter are okay.
✔ Cook on medium-low heat – too high heat will burn the outside while leaving the inside undercooked.
✔ Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking – this helps the pancakes become fluffier.