- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
Step 3: Combine & Rest the Batter
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Gently mix until just combined (a few lumps are fine).
- Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes to activate the baking powder.
Step 4: Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the pan.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set (about 2 minutes).
- Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
🥞 Stack them high and serve with butter, maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream!
Serving and Storage Tips
🥞 Best served fresh and warm!
🥞 Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
🥞 Freeze pancakes by stacking them with parchment paper between each.
🥞 Reheat in a toaster, oven, or microwave for a fresh taste.
Variants
1️⃣ Chocolate Chip Pancakes – Fold in ½ cup chocolate chips into the batter.
2️⃣ Blueberry Pancakes – Add ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries.
3️⃣ Banana Pancakes – Mash 1 ripe banana into the batter for extra flavor.
4️⃣ Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes – Mix 1 teaspoon cinnamon + 1 tablespoon sugar into the batter.
5️⃣ Protein Pancakes – Replace ¼ cup flour with protein powder.
FAQ
1. How do I make pancakes even fluffier?
✔ Use buttermilk instead of regular milk.
✔ Don’t overmix the batter—lumps are okay!
✔ Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes before cooking.
2. Can I make this pancake batter ahead of time?
Yes! Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours, then stir gently before cooking.
3. Why are my pancakes flat?
✔ Ensure your baking powder is fresh.
✔ Cook on medium-low heat—too high will prevent rising.
4. Can I make these dairy-free?
Yes! Use almond milk and coconut oil instead of milk and butter.
5. What’s the best way to get even-sized pancakes?
Use a ¼ cup measuring cup to pour the batter for uniform pancakes.
Final Thoughts
These Best Fluffy Pancakes are easy to make, incredibly soft, and so satisfying! Whether you’re making them for family breakfast or a weekend brunch, they are sure to become a favorite.
