The Best Fluffy Pancakes are light, airy, and have the perfect texture—crispy on the edges while being soft and fluffy on the inside. Making these pancakes is easier than you think, and the result is absolutely delicious! Here’s a simple recipe to help you achieve that perfect stack of pancakes:
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk (or use regular milk if you don’t have buttermilk, but buttermilk gives extra fluffiness!)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing the pan)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. These dry ingredients are essential for making the pancakes fluffy and light.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix! Lumps in the batter are okay; overmixing can result in tough pancakes. A few lumps are perfectly fine and help keep the pancakes tender.
4. Preheat the Pan:
- Heat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with butter or cooking spray.
5. Cook the Pancakes:
- Once the pan is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
- Cook the pancake for about 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles start to form on the surface of the pancake and the edges look set.
- Flip the pancake carefully with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until golden brown on both sides.
6. Serve:
- Keep pancakes warm in the oven (set to low heat) or cover them with a clean kitchen towel while you cook the rest of the batch.
- Serve with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, butter, fresh berries, whipped cream, or even a sprinkle of powdered sugar!
Tips:
- For extra fluffiness: Let the batter sit for a few minutes before cooking to allow the baking powder to activate. This helps make the pancakes even fluffier.
- Don’t overmix: The key to light pancakes is to mix the batter just until combined. Overmixing will result in dense pancakes.
- For a more decadent version: Add chocolate chips, blueberries, or even banana slices into the batter right before cooking.
- Keeping pancakes warm: To keep the pancakes warm while you cook the entire batch, place them in an oven set to 200°F (90°C) until you’re ready to serve.
Enjoy!
These Best Fluffy Pancakes will make your breakfast (or brunch!) feel extra special. Whether you like them plain or loaded with toppings, they’re sure to impress. Enjoy the perfect stack! Would you like suggestions for variations or more topping ideas?
