Description
A quick and easy recipe for fluffy pancakes made for one serving. This classic breakfast features a simple batter combining all-purpose flour, baking powder, milk, egg, butter, vanilla, and sugar, cooked on a skillet to golden perfection. Ideal for a solo breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder (double acting)
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure the ingredients are evenly mixed and free of lumps.
- Combine wet ingredients and sugar: In a blender or large bowl, add the milk, large egg, melted and cooled unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar. Blend or whisk the mixture for about one minute until fully combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes tender. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes to allow the baking powder to activate.
- Heat cooking surface: Lightly spray a large skillet or griddle with cooking spray or melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat to prevent sticking and ensure an even browning.
- Add batter to cooking surface: Ladle approximately ¼ cup of the batter onto the hot skillet per pancake. If making two pancakes, ladle separately and then distribute any remaining batter evenly between them.
- Cook pancakes: Let the pancakes cook undisturbed until bubbles form and pop on the surface, about 4-5 minutes. Using a wide non-stick spatula, carefully flip each pancake and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove cooked pancakes to a plate and serve immediately with butter and your favorite syrup or preserves.
Notes
- Resting the batter for 5 minutes improves texture by allowing the baking powder to activate.
- Use medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- You can substitute milk with a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free version.
- For fluffier pancakes, do not overmix the batter; some lumps are okay.
- Adjust the amount of sugar or omit it for a less sweet pancake.
