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Best Fluffy Pancake Recipe

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This best fluffy pancake recipe creates light and airy pancakes with a golden-brown finish. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are easy to make with simple ingredients like flour, eggs, and milk. Serve with syrup, butter, or your favorite toppings for a delicious start to your day!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ยฝ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 ยฝ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 ยผ cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp melted butter

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  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until combined (do not overmix).
  • Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Pour ยผ cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.

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  • Serve warm with butter and syrup.

Notes

  • For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking.
  • Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay.

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  • Substitute buttermilk for milk for a tangier taste.

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