Fluffy and Delicious Classic American Pancakes

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Fluffy and Delicious Classic American Pancakes
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 19, 2023

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast comfort food with these classic American pancakes. These fluffy and delicious pancakes are perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or a special treat any day of the week. Made with simple ingredients commonly found in American kitchens, these pancakes are sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve them with your favorite toppings and enjoy a stack of warm, buttery goodness!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Butter, for greasing the pan
  • Maple syrup, fresh berries, or other toppings of your choice

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  4. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grease the pan with butter.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the preheated pan for each pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter. You can keep the cooked pancakes warm in a preheated oven (200°F/95°C) while you cook the rest.
  8. Serve the pancakes warm with butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, or any other toppings of your choice.

Interesting Facts

  • American-style pancakes are often served with bacon and eggs for a complete breakfast.
  • Pancakes are traditionally eaten on Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day, in many English-speaking countries.
  • The largest pancake ever made measured 49 feet and 3 inches in diameter and weighed 6,614 pounds!