Fluffy Pancakes with Golden Crust (Printable version)

Light, airy pancakes with golden crust and tender center

# List of ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 1/4 cups whole milk
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For Cooking

09 - Butter or oil for greasing the pan

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
03 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined; the batter should remain slightly lumpy. Avoid overmixing to ensure fluffy results.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set, about 2 minutes.
06 - Carefully flip each pancake and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Repeat with remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed between batches.
08 - Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or your preferred toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These pancakes have the most incredible rise while staying tender inside, that restaurant quality texture you thought you could only get out
  • The batter comes together in under ten minutes with ingredients you already have in your pantry
02 -
  • Overmixed batter makes tough pancakes, so stop as soon as you no longer see dry flour
  • Letting the batter rest for 5 minutes gives the flour time to hydrate and results in fluffier pancakes
03 -
  • Test your pan temperature with a drop of batter first, it should sizzle gently without smoking
  • Buttermilk instead of regular milk adds tang and extra tenderness if you want to level up

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