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Fluffy Pancakes

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (about 8 pancakes)
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Fluffy Pancakes are a light and airy breakfast treat that are golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast or a special weekend brunch.


Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 ¼ cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
  2. Prepare the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spoon or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix – a few lumps are fine.
  4. Cook the pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream.

Notes

Vegan Pancakes: Use plant-based milk (like almond milk) and substitute the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water). Use non-dairy butter or oil.Blueberry Pancakes: Add ½ cup of fresh or frozen blueberries to the batter.Chocolate Chip Pancakes: Stir in ¼ to ½ cup of chocolate chips for a sweet, indulgent breakfast.Banana Pancakes: Mash one ripe banana and fold it into the batter for a banana-flavored pancake.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg