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The Best Fluffy Old-Fashioned Pancakes From Scratch

A tall stack of six perfectly cooked, fluffy pancakes with golden brown tops sitting on a white plate.
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Learn how to make truly light, airy, and tall fluffy pancakes from scratch. This easy, classic recipe guarantees soft stacks for your perfect weekend brunch.

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
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for the griddle

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. This step helps distribute the leavening agent evenly.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps in the batter are fine. Overmixing develops gluten and makes pancakes tough.
  4. Stir in the 3 tablespoons of melted butter.
  5. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes. This resting time is a secret to taller, fluffier pancakes as it allows the baking powder to activate.
  6. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. You know the griddle is ready when a drop of water sizzles and evaporates quickly.
  7. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake.
  8. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side. You know it is time to flip when bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  9. Flip the pancakes and cook until golden brown on the second side, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
  10. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings for a delicious homemade breakfast.

Notes

  • For the fluffiest pancakes ever, do not overmix the batter. A lumpy batter creates air pockets that result in a lighter texture.
  • Resting the batter for at least 5 minutes before cooking is crucial for achieving that tall, airy rise.
  • Use medium heat. If your griddle is too hot, the outside will burn before the inside cooks, resulting in dense pancakes.

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