Classic Homemade Pancakes: Fluffy, Golden, and Perfect Every Time

There’s nothing quite like a stack of classic homemade pancakes to start the day. Light, fluffy, and perfectly golden, these pancakes come together quickly with simple pantry ingredients and deliver that comforting, made-from-scratch taste everyone loves. Whether you’re making a cozy weekend breakfast or a quick weekday treat, this recipe is reliable, easy, and endlessly satisfying.

Serve them warm with butter, syrup, fruit, or your favorite toppings for a breakfast that never goes out of style.

Why You’ll Love These Pancakes

• Soft and fluffy texture with crisp edges

• Made with simple, everyday ingredients

• Quick to prepare—perfect for busy mornings

• Easy to customize with add-ins and toppings

This is a go-to pancake recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

Ingredients

• 1 egg

• ¾ cup milk

• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon sugar (or ½ teaspoon honey or molasses)

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Prepare the batter
   Beat the egg until fluffy in a mixing bowl.

2. Add wet ingredients
   Stir in milk and melted butter or margarine until combined.

3. Mix in dry ingredients
   Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until smooth.

4. Heat the pan
   Heat a heavy griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter using a paper towel.

5. Cook the pancakes
   Pour about ¼ cup batter onto the hot pan and gently spread if needed.

6. Flip
   When bubbles appear on the surface and begin to break, flip and cook the other side until golden.

7. Serve warm
   Remove from pan and serve immediately.

Tips for Perfect Pancakes

• Do not overmix the batter—this keeps pancakes tender.

• The pan is ready when water droplets dance across the surface.

• Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.

• Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while finishing the batch.

Serving Suggestions

Serve pancakes with butter and maple syrup, or dress them up with fresh fruit, whipped cream, honey, or chocolate chips. They also pair beautifully with bacon, sausage, or eggs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why are my pancakes flat?

This usually happens if the baking powder is old or the batter was overmixed.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

It’s best used fresh, but you can refrigerate it for up to 12 hours.

Can I make these dairy-free?

Yes. Use plant-based milk and dairy-free margarine.

Can I add mix-ins?

Absolutely. Blueberries, chocolate chips, or bananas work wonderfully.