Tall, soft, and golden — these fluffy pancakes are the ultimate breakfast comfort food. Simple ingredients, quick to mix, and perfectly stackable!
📝 Recipe Card
Servings & Timing
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Total Time: 20 minutes
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Yield: 8–10 pancakes (4 servings)
Dietary Badges
✅ Kid-Friendly
✅ Budget-Friendly
✅ Classic Comfort Food
Ingredients
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All-purpose flour
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Baking powder
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Salt
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Granulated sugar
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Milk (any type)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
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Gradually add milk and stir until just combined (do not overmix; a few lumps are okay).
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Heat a lightly buttered or oiled skillet over medium heat.
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Pour about ¼ cup batter per pancake onto skillet.
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Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on both sides.
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Serve warm with syrup, butter, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
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Don’t overmix the batter — this keeps pancakes fluffy.
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For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla or a pinch of cinnamon.
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Recipe doubles easily for a crowd.
🌟 Introduction
This recipe makes the fluffiest pancakes ever — soft, airy, and golden every time. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip these up for a family breakfast or a cozy weekend brunch.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
1. Mix Dry Ingredients
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Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
2. Add Wet Ingredients
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Pour in milk and stir until just combined. Batter should be slightly lumpy — this creates lift.
Tip: Overmixing will make pancakes dense.
3. Cook the Pancakes
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Heat skillet or griddle on medium. Grease lightly with butter or oil.
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Scoop ¼ cup batter per pancake.
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Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set, then flip.
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Cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
4. Serve
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Stack pancakes high, add butter, syrup, or toppings of choice, and enjoy!
🥞 Ingredient Details & Substitutions
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All-purpose flour → Gives structure. Can substitute with 1:1 gluten-free blend.
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Baking powder → The key to fluff! Don’t skip or reduce.
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Sugar → Adds light sweetness; swap with honey, maple syrup, or omit for savory pancakes.
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Milk → Works with dairy or plant-based alternatives (almond, oat, soy).
🍽 Variations & Serving Ideas
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Blueberry Pancakes → Fold in ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries.
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Chocolate Chip Pancakes → Stir in ½ cup mini chocolate chips.
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Protein Boost → Add 1 scoop protein powder and slightly increase milk.
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Savory Pancakes → Skip sugar, add herbs, and serve with eggs.
Serving Suggestions:
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Classic: Butter + maple syrup.
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Gourmet: Whipped cream, fresh fruit, or lemon curd.
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Fun: Nutella, peanut butter drizzle, or cinnamon sugar.
🥡 Storage & Make-Ahead
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Store: Keep in fridge up to 3 days in airtight container.
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Freeze: Stack pancakes with parchment between each and freeze up to 2 months.
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Reheat: Warm in toaster, skillet, or microwave until hot.
⚖️ Nutrition (per pancake, approx.)
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Calories: ~110 kcal
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Carbs: 18 g
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Protein: 3 g
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Fat: 2 g
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Fiber: <1 g
✅ Light & fluffy
✅ Family-friendly breakfast
❓ FAQs
Q: Can I make the batter ahead of time?
A: Best to cook right away, but you can mix dry ingredients ahead and add milk when ready.
Q: Why are my pancakes flat?
A: Overmixing or expired baking powder can cause dense pancakes.
Q: Can I make them dairy-free?
A: Yes! Use any plant-based milk substitute.
💬 Personal Note
These pancakes never fail me — fluffy, golden, and comforting. I love making a big batch on Sunday mornings, then freezing extras for weekday breakfasts.
👉 What’s your favorite pancake topping — classic maple syrup, fresh berries, or something more indulgent?
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