Fluffy American Pancakes
These soft and fluffy American-style pancakes come together in just 15 minutes, making them perfect for a quick breakfast or relaxed weekend brunch.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups All Purpose Flour (Plain Flour)
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 ¼ cups Milk
- 1 ½ oz Butter melted
- 1 Egg
Instructions
- Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl. Add the baking powder, sugar, and sea salt, then mix to combine.
- Make a well in the center and add the milk, melted butter, and egg. Gently whisk until the batter is smooth and slightly thick. A few small lumps are fine. Do not overmix.
- Preheat a non-stick pan or lightly greased skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, pour a small ladle of batter into the pan (you can cook multiple pancakes at once if there’s space).
- Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges begin to look set.
- Flip and cook for 30 to 45 seconds, or until the other side is golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through.
- Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter. Serve the pancakes hot with your choice of toppings.
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Notes
Don’t overmix the batter: Mix until just combined. Overmixing can make the pancakes dense instead of soft and fluffy.
The batter can be made ahead: Store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Give it a quick stir before using.
Prepare toppings ahead of time: Wash berries, warm syrup, or slice fruit in advance so everything is ready when the pancakes are done.
Keep them warm while cooking the rest: Place cooked pancakes on a plate in a low oven (around 200°F / 90°C) if making a large batch.
Nutrition
Calories: 131kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 194mgPotassium: 68mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 172IUCalcium: 99mgIron: 1mg
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