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Best Fluffy Pancakes Recipe: 9 Tips

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Learn to make the ultimate fluffy, old-fashioned pancakes that never fail. This recipe uses simple pantry staples to create light and airy pancakes perfect for any morning.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups milk (buttermilk recommended for best results)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for the griddle

Instructions

  1. Whisk the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar, together in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and melted butter until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  4. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Overmixing develops gluten, leading to tough pancakes.
  5. Heat a lightly buttered griddle or large non-stick pan over medium heat. The griddle is ready when a drop of water sizzles immediately.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  7. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until bubbles form and pop on the surface and the edges look set.
  8. Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For extra fluffiness, do not overmix the batter. Lumps keep the final product tender.
  • Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for a tangier flavor and higher rise due to the reaction with baking soda (if you use both).
  • Wipe the griddle clean between batches if butter starts to brown excessively.

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