homemade pancakes

How to Make Homemade Pancakes: A Simple Guide

Making fluffy, delicious homemade pancakes is easier than you think! Follow this step-by-step guide to whip up a batch that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp salt, 1 cup milk, 1 large egg, and 2 tbsp melted butter.

Steps:

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.

2. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg, then add milk and melted butter, stirring gently.

3. Blend together: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir *just until* no lumps remain—overmixing makes pancakes tough!

4. Rest the batter: Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

5. Cook: Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface (2-3 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown (1-2 minutes more).

6. Serve: Stack pancakes and top with maple syrup, butter, or fresh fruit.

Tips: Adjust batter consistency with milk if too thick, or flour if too runny. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while cooking the rest. Enjoy your homemade treat!