If you are looking for the perfect fluffy American pancakes, you just found it! This is the classic diner-style recipe that makes super soft, golden, and delicious pancakes every time.
This easy recipe takes only 15 minutes and uses simple ingredients you already have in your kitchen. Perfect for a weekend family breakfast!
### Why This is The Best Pancake Recipe
* Extra fluffy and soft inside
* Golden brown outside
* No need for fancy ingredients
* Ready in 15 minutes
* Kid-approved and freezer-friendly
### Ingredients (Makes 8 Pancakes)
* 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
* 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
* 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1 1/4 cups whole milk
* 1 large egg
* 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
### How to Make Fluffy American Pancakes
**Step 1 - Mix Dry Ingredients**
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
**Step 2 - Mix Wet Ingredients**
In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
**Step 3 - Combine**
Pour wet into dry. Mix gently until JUST combined. Lumps are okay! Do NOT overmix - this is the secret to fluffy pancakes.
**Step 4 - Cook**
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a little butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear, then flip and cook 1-2 minutes more.
**Step 5 - Serve**
Serve hot with pure maple syrup, butter, and fresh berries like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
### Tips for Perfect Pancakes Every Time
1. Let the batter rest 5 minutes before cooking
2. Use medium heat, never high heat
3. Flip only once
4. Keep finished pancakes warm in oven at 200°F
Storage
You can store leftover pancakes in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for 2 months. Reheat in toaster for best results.
**Prep Time:** 5 min | **Cook Time:** 10 min | **Total Time:** 15 min | **Calories:** 220 per serving
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