American · Breakfast
Soft, fluffy pancakes for a simple breakfast.
WHAT YOU NEED
Ingredients adjusted for 4 servings
Read the complete method first. Measure all ingredients for Fluffy Breakfast Pancakes, prepare the listed equipment, and separate raw-food tools from ready-to-eat food.
STEP BY STEP
Measure 1 cup flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder and a pinch of salt into a bowl. Whisk for 20 seconds so the baking powder is evenly distributed.
In a second bowl whisk 1 egg, 3/4 cup milk and 2 tablespoons melted butter until smooth. Let very hot butter cool slightly first so it does not cook the egg.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Fold gently just until no large dry pockets remain; a few small lumps are desirable. Rest the batter for 5–10 minutes while the pan heats.
Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease it and test with a small drop of batter; it should sizzle gently rather than burn immediately.
Pour about 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles appear across the surface, the edges look set and the underside is golden. Flip once and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
Keep finished pancakes warm on a rack or uncovered plate so steam does not make them soggy. Serve promptly with fruit, yogurt or a small amount of syrup.
Nutrition varies with portions and ingredient brands.
If food browns too quickly, lower the heat. If it is pale or watery, cook in smaller batches and allow excess moisture to evaporate before adding more ingredients.
Serve Fluffy Breakfast Pancakes at the temperature recommended in the method. Taste for seasoning only when the food is safe to sample, then add garnishes just before serving.
Cool leftovers promptly, transfer them to a clean airtight container and refrigerate within 2 hours. Reheat only the portion needed until piping hot, and follow local food-safety guidance.
WHAT I LEARNED
Overmixing pancake batter can make pancakes tough.
SAFETY FIRST
Keep the pan handle turned inward and ask an adult for stove help.
