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Homemade Fluffy Pancakes Recipe

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This homemade pancake recipe yields fluffy, tender pancakes perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch. Made with basic pantry ingredients like flour, sugar, baking powder, and milk, these pancakes are simple to prepare and cook to golden perfection on a skillet. The batter includes warm spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg for subtle, cozy flavor, complemented by vanilla and honey for sweetness. Enjoy these pancakes with butter, syrup, and fresh fruit for a delightful start to your day.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pancakes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 pinch nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups milk (1% or whole milk)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter (plus more for coating the skillet)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well incorporated.
  2. Melt butter: Melt the 4 tablespoons of salted butter and allow it to cool slightly to prevent cooking the eggs when mixed.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the milk, egg, vanilla extract, honey, and the melted butter.
  4. Mix batter: Whisk the ingredients together gently with a wire whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are fine. The batter should be thick but if it feels too thick, add a small splash of milk to loosen it.
  5. Preheat skillet: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cool for about one minute. Spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray and add a small piece of butter, letting it melt and foam.
  6. Cook pancakes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Use a silicone spatula to gently shape the edges if needed to create a round pancake.
  7. Watch for bubbles: Cook for about 2 minutes or until you see bubbles forming and holes appear on the surface of the pancake.
  8. Flip pancakes: Slide a spatula beneath the pancake and flip it with a quick, smooth wrist motion. Cook the other side for about 30 seconds until set and lightly browned.
  9. Repeat: Remove cooked pancakes to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, spraying and buttering the skillet as needed. Adjust heat as necessary to avoid burning or undercooking.
  10. Serve: Serve pancakes warm topped with a pat of butter, warm syrup, and optional fresh fruit for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • Use all-purpose flour for best texture; whole wheat flour can be substituted but will produce denser pancakes.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain fluffiness; lumps are okay.
  • Adjust thickness of batter with small amounts of milk if needed.
  • Butter and cooking spray both help prevent sticking and add flavor.
  • Cooking over medium-low heat ensures pancakes cook through without burning.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/homemade-fluffy-pancakes-recipe/