Making pancakes is a delicious and straightforward process. Here's a basic recipe for making classic pancakes:
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 (or substitute with 1 cup milk mixed with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cooking oil or butter for the pan
Optional: Vanilla extract, blueberries, chocolate chips, or other add-ins as desired
Instructions:
Preheat the Pan: Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. You can also use a lightly greased pan.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk (or milk and vinegar/lemon juice), egg, and melted butter. If desired, add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. If you're adding any extras like blueberries or chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter.
Grease the Pan: Lightly grease the skillet or griddle with cooking oil or a small amount of butter.
Ladle the Batter: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Use the back of a spoon to spread the batter into a circular shape if needed.
Cook Until Bubbles Form: Cook the pancakes until you see bubbles forming on the surface and the edges start to look set, usually about 2-3 minutes.
Flip and Cook the Other Side: Carefully flip each pancake with a spatula and cook the other side until it's golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.
Serve: Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate, and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Enjoy: Serve your pancakes warm with your choice of toppings, such as maple syrup, butter, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or nuts.
These pancakes are a classic breakfast favorite and can be customized with various toppings and additions to suit your taste. Feel free to get creative and make them your own!
