Fluffy pancakes recipe made completely from scratch with simple pantry ingredients for soft, light, and buttery pancakes every time. These easy homemade pancakes are golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, weekend brunch, or serving with butter, maple syrup, and fresh fruit.
Why you'll love this recipe
- ✓Ready in about 25 min, making it perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch.
- ✓Made completely from scratch using simple pantry ingredients.
- ✓Perfect with maple syrup, fresh berries, butter, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Yield
4 (12 pancakes)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter, plus more for cooking
Instructions
- 1Whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
- 2In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and melted butter until combined.
- 3Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until combined — a few lumps are fine; don't overmix.
- 4Heat a lightly buttered griddle or nonstick pan over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake.
- 5Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook 1-2 minutes more until golden.
Notes & Tips
- Overmixing the batter is the #1 cause of tough pancakes — a lumpy batter makes a fluffier pancake.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while you finish the batch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make pancake batter ahead of time?
For the fluffiest pancakes, prepare the batter just before cooking. If needed, mix the dry and wet ingredients separately and combine them right before using.
Can I freeze pancakes?
Yes. Let them cool completely, stack with parchment paper between each pancake, and freeze for up to two months.
What's the best syrup for pancakes?
Classic maple syrup is the most popular choice, but honey, berry syrup, chocolate sauce, or fruit compote are also delicious.
Can I make these pancakes without butter?
Yes. Melted vegetable oil or neutral cooking oil can be substituted for butter.
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