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Ultimate Perfect Fluffy Pancakes Recipe Easy 5-Step Homemade Breakfast Delight

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This recipe delivers soft, airy, and slightly sweet pancakes that are thick yet tender, perfect for breakfasts, brunches, or snacks. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and a foolproof method for fluffy results every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) buttermilk (or substitute: 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, let sit 5 minutes)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients and measure everything precisely before starting.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined; the batter should be lumpy. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
  6. Pour ¼ cup batter onto the pan for each pancake, leaving space between them. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  7. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while finishing the rest. Serve immediately with desired toppings.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for best fluffiness. Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking. Flip pancakes only once when bubbles appear and edges are set. Keep pancakes warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk with vinegar and dairy-free butter. For gluten-free, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.

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