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A tall stack of Easy Homemade Pancakes with Butter and Syrup being poured over the top.

Easy Homemade Pancakes with Butter and Syrup

This recipe provides simple instructions for making fluffy pancakes from scratch. It is designed for families, busy people, or new cooks who want a comforting breakfast without complex steps. Making these pancakes from scratch brings a sense of accomplishment and comfort to your morning.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pancakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 2 tablespoons cane sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1.25 cups milk plus more as needed
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly, or neutral oil
For Cooking
  • as needed butter or oil for the pan
Topping
  • as needed Maple syrup for serving

Equipment

  • Zwilling Madura Nonstick Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. A few lumps are acceptable. If the batter is very thick, add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, to loosen it slightly.
  4. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and brush lightly with butter or oil. Use a ⅓-cup scoop to pour the batter into the skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until the pancakes are puffed, golden brown, and cooked through in the middle. Turn the heat to low as needed so that the middles cook through without burning the outsides.
  5. Serve with maple syrup.

Notes

When making pancakes from scratch, the smell that fills your kitchen as they cook creates a comforting atmosphere. Simple meals like this often bring the most joy. These easy homemade pancakes are a good staple for any weekend breakfast.

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