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Old-Fashioned Pancakes Recipe

These classic old-fashioned pancakes are fluffy, golden, and deliciously soft with a light buttery flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they're perfect for a comforting breakfast or weekend brunch and pair beautifully with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1¼ cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Non-Stick Skillet or Griddle
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine.
  4. Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  5. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the hot surface for each pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to set.
  7. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.
  9. Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings.