There's nothing quite like a stack of fluffy, homemade pancakes in the morning. But if you're used to reaching for the boxed mix, making pancakes from scratch may seem daunting. Don't worry, though – with a few tips and tricks, you'll be making pancakes like a pro in no time.
To make pancakes from scratch, you'll need a few key ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix – a few lumps are okay.
4. Fold in the melted butter.
5. Heat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to scoop the batter onto the griddle.
6. Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Flip the pancakes when you see bubbles forming on the surface.
7. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as butter and maple syrup.
- Don't overmix the batter – this can result in tough, chewy pancakes.
- If the batter is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
- Use a nonstick griddle or skillet to ensure even cooking and easy flipping.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F oven until ready to serve.
- Experiment with different toppings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.
With these simple steps, you'll be making pancakes from scratch like a pro in no time. So why not ditch the boxed mix and impress your family and friends with your homemade pancakes?
Ingredients
To make pancakes from scratch, you'll need a few key ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix – a few lumps are okay.
4. Fold in the melted butter.
5. Heat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to scoop the batter onto the griddle.
6. Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Flip the pancakes when you see bubbles forming on the surface.
7. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as butter and maple syrup.
Tips and Tricks
- Don't overmix the batter – this can result in tough, chewy pancakes.
- If the batter is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
- Use a nonstick griddle or skillet to ensure even cooking and easy flipping.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F oven until ready to serve.
- Experiment with different toppings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.
With these simple steps, you'll be making pancakes from scratch like a pro in no time. So why not ditch the boxed mix and impress your family and friends with your homemade pancakes?
