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Fluffy American Pancakes

These fluffy American pancakes are light, airy, and perfect for breakfast or brunch, topped with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Ensure it is fresh for the best rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk Can substitute almond milk for dairy-free.
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter Add richness to the batter.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevates the flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, leaving a few lumps.
Cooking
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. To check if it's ready, sprinkle a drop of water on it; it should dance and evaporate.
  2. Pour about a 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove from the skillet and serve warm with syrup or desired toppings.

Notes

Keep pancakes warm in a low oven while cooking the remaining batter. Experiment with different toppings like fresh berries or chocolate chips.