Quick Fluffy Pancakes Recipe Easy Homemade Pancakes Ready in Minutes
A quick and easy recipe for light, airy, and fluffy pancakes that come together in under 15 minutes, perfect for busy mornings or last-minute brunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 9 pancakes (3 pancakes per serving, 3 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) milk (whole milk preferred, almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
- 2 large eggs, separated (room temperature)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Separate the eggs, placing yolks in one bowl and whites in another.
- Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the yolks and whisk until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; lumps are okay.
- Whip egg whites with a whisk or electric mixer until stiff peaks form (3-5 minutes).
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in three additions, using a spatula.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with butter or oil.
- Pour about ¼ cup (60 ml) batter per pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer pancakes to a cooling rack or plate lined with paper towels to keep warm.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs and milk for best rise. Do not overmix batter to keep pancakes tender. Fold egg whites gently to maintain fluffiness. Preheat skillet fully and cook on medium heat. Flip pancakes only once when bubbles appear and edges are set. Rest batter 5 minutes before cooking for fluffier pancakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pancakes
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
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