The Ultimate Guide to a Perfect Pancake.
There is nothing like starting your day with a mound of ethereal, golden pancakes. This form will guide you through creating the perfect manual pancake, from mixing the batter to flipping it just right. With simple constituents and an easy-to-follow method, you will be a hotcake pro in no time!
Pancake Recipe
There is nothing like starting your day with a mound of ethereal, golden pancakes. This form will guide you through creating the perfect manual pancake, from mixing the batter to flipping it just right. With simple constituents and an easy-to-follow method, you will be a hotcake pro in no time!
Ingredients
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Instructions
Follow These Steps
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- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Beat until well blended.
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- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Rest the Batter: Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes to allow the baking powder to activate.
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- Heat the Griddle: Preheat a non-stick griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Cook the Pancakes: Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
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Serve warm with your favourite condiments.
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Cooking Tips
Essential Tips for Perfect Pancakes
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can make the pancakes tough. Stir until just combined.
- Proper Heat: Make sure your griddle is at the right temperature. Too hot, and the pancakes will burn; too cool, and they'll be pale and undercooked.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh baking powder and quality ingredients make a noticeable difference.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping the Rest Time: Allowing the batter to rest helps the pancakes to be fluffier.
- Flipping Too Soon: Wait for bubbles to appear on the surface before flipping to ensure they're cooked through.
Serving Suggestions
Toppings and Accompaniments
- Fresh berries
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- Nut butter
- Chocolate chips
Best Beverages to Pair With Pancakes
- Freshly brewed coffee
- Orange juice
- Hot chocolate
- Smoothies
Storage and Reheating
How to Store Leftovers
Place leftover pancakes in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Best Ways to Reheat Pancakes
- Microwave: Heat on a microwave-safe plate for 20-30 seconds.
- Oven: Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes.
- Toaster: Pop them in the toaster for a quick reheat.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- Calories from Fat 50kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Cholesterol 50mg17%
- Sodium 300mg13%
- Potassium 100mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 4g8%
- Vitamin A 100 IU
- Calcium 150 mg
- Iron 1 mg
- Vitamin D 1 IU
- Vitamin E 0.5 IU
- Vitamin K 1 mcg
- Thiamin 0.1 mg
- Riboflavin 0.2 mg
- Niacin 1 mg
- Vitamin B6 1 mg
- Folate 20 mcg
- Vitamin B12 0.1 mcg
- Biotin 2 mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.5 mg
- Phosphorus 100 mg
- Iodine 1 g
- Magnesium 10 mmol
- Zinc 0.5 mcg
- Selenium 5 mg
- Copper 0.1 mg
- Manganese 0.2 mg
- Chromium 0.1 mcg
- Molybdenum 0.1 mg
- Chloride 100 mmol
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Recipe Notes and Variations
- Add-ins: Try adding chocolate chips, blueberries, or bananas to the batter for extra flavour.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use almond milk and coconut oil instead of milk and butter.
Conclusion
Making pancakes from scratch is a simple and rewarding experience. This recipe provides you with the steps to create fluffy, delicious pancakes that everyone will love. Whether it's a weekend brunch or a weekday treat, these pancakes are sure to please. Enjoy experimenting with different toppings and add-ins to make them your own!
