1️⃣ Fluffy Pancakes
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Optional toppings: syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients (do not overmix; batter should be slightly lumpy).
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat; lightly grease.
- Pour ¼ cup batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and cook 1–2 minutes more.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
2️⃣ Sheet Pan Pancakes
Ingredients:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 extra-large eggs
- 6 tbsp salted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp almond extract (optional)
- ⅔ cup strawberries, chopped
- ⅔ cup blueberries
- ⅔ cup chocolate chips
- 1 ripe banana, sliced
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a sheet pan.
- Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk together milk, eggs, butter, vanilla, and almond extract separately.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in fruits, chocolate, or bananas.
- Pour batter evenly into the sheet pan. Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and set.
- Slice into squares and serve warm.
3️⃣ Mini Pancakes
Ingredients:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 3 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tsp vinegar
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- Optional toppings: syrup, fruit, chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, combine milk and vinegar; let sit for 2–3 minutes. Add eggs, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour small spoonfuls of batter to make mini pancakes. Cook until bubbles appear, flip, and cook until golden.
4️⃣ Easy Pancake Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp table salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 extra-large egg
- 2 tbsp salted butter, melted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Optional: blueberries, chocolate chips, or nuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or use liners.
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Whisk together milk, egg, butter, and vanilla in another bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just incorporated.
- Fold in optional mix-ins. Pour batter into muffin cups ¾ full.
- Bake 15–18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly and serve.
💡 Tips for Perfect Pancakes:
- Don’t overmix the batter — lumps are okay.
- Let batter rest 5 minutes before cooking for extra fluffiness.
- Use medium heat; too high will burn the outside and leave the inside raw.
- For mini pancakes or sheet pan pancakes, adjust cooking time as needed.
Optional Additions:
- Chocolate chips, berries, banana slices
- Cinnamon, nutmeg, or cocoa powder
- Nuts or shredded coconut
Serving Suggestion:
- Stack with syrup and butter, or top with fruit and whipped cream.