Old-Fashioned Pancakes
Classic American-style pancakes that are light, fluffy, and easy to prepare using simple pantry ingredients, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
For the pancake batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour For a whole-grain option, try half whole-wheat and half all-purpose.
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Reduce to 1 tablespoon for less sweetness if desired.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk Can substitute with low-fat or plant-based milk.
- 1 large egg Use commercial egg replacer or 1/4 cup mashed banana for an egg-free version.
- 2 tablespoons melted butter Plus more for cooking.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional, but recommended for flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and gently fold until just combined, leaving some small lumps.
Cooking
- Preheat a griddle or nonstick skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with melted butter or oil.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the griddle. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, about 2–3 minutes.
- Flip the pancakes carefully and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1–2 minutes.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while cooking the remaining batter.
Notes
For best results, measure flour properly, maintain consistent heat, avoid overmixing, and experiment with flavor variations such as adding blueberries or chocolate chips.