This pancake recipe uses staples you likely have on hand – flour, milk, eggs, and baking powder and take no time at all to whip up.
Ingredients for Homemade Pancakes
This pancake recipe uses staples you likely have on hand.
All-purpose flour: This is the base. You can substitute ½ cup of whole wheat flour for ½ cup of all-purpose flour if desired. Sugar: Adds sweetness to the batter. Baking powder & soda: These are the leavening agents that make the pancakes fluffy. Milk: Adds moisture and creates the batter. Any kind of milk can be used, including non-dairy milk like almond milk. Eggs: They bind everything together and add richness. Melted butter: A bit of fat adds flavor and helps with browning. Replace butter with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil if desired. Vanilla extract: Is added for flavor – you can also add a pinch of cinnamon.
How to Make Pancakes
You’ll love how simple it is to make this homemade pancake recipe.
Tips for The Best Pancakes
Don’t Overmix: The batter should be slightly lumpy and pour easily. If it’s too thick add a splash of milk. If it’s too runny add a bit of flour to get the right consistency. Medium Heat: Cook over medium heat. It takes longer but the results are better (a non-stick skillet works best). Use Oil: Butter can burn after a couple of batches. For golden pancakes, heat the oil and gently wipe it with paper towels before adding the pancake batter to the pan. Additions: If adding fruit like blueberries or sliced bananas (or chocolate chips), add them to the pancakes in the skillet instead of stirring them into the batter. This will keep them from burning on the pan.
Make Ahead and Storing
This pancake recipe is great to prepare ahead and then to have pancakes to warm for busy weekday mornings. Cooked pancakes can be refrigerated for up to 5 days and kept in the freezer for 2 months. Seal them in a freezer bag or an airtight container for storage (with a piece of parchment in between).
How To Reheat Pancakes
Toaster: Place homemade pancakes straight into the toaster and toast until slightly crisp and heated through. Microwave: For softer pancakes, reheat them in the microwave. Cooking times can vary but you can account for about 20 to 30 seconds per serving. Did your family love these Homemade Pancakes? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
