This pancake recipe makes from-scratch, super fluffy pancakes in quick and easy steps! Add in whatever mix-ins/toppings you prefer. This is sure to be your new go-to for a simple breakfast (or late-night snack!).
For those who have not been following along, I am currently twenty-six weeks pregnant with baby girl number two. Can I just say, pancakes have been MY LIFE lately! Last night at 10:30 I got an itch for some fluffy pancakes drenched in butter and syrup. I have never had a craving I could not ignore…until then! so yes, I made pancakes…at 10:30pm…and I’m not sorry!
I shared that story to say, this pancake recipe is that simple. Whenever you need them (or want them!) you can whip up a batch in minutes.
My Favorite Pancake Recipe Add-ons
I have done just about every variety of these pancakes possible! That is why it is perfect for all kinds of random cravings. I have also used it for what I have on hand. Here are a few of my favorites…
- Blueberry pancakes: Add 1/2 cup of fresh, washed blueberries to the recipe.
- Apple Cinnamon pancakes: Mix 1/2 cup diced apples with 2 tbsp brown sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon. Add ingredients to original pancake recipe.
- Strawberry Chocolate Chip pancakes: Make original pancakes. While still warm add chocolate chips and sliced strawberries. Top with whipped cream.
- Chocolate chip pancakes: Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips to original recipe.
Tips for Using Add-ons
When using add-ons you may need to adjust a few things such as…
- Cook-time
I have noticed that the bulkier add-ons, such as blueberries, sometimes make it harder to cook the batter evenly. The batter around the blueberries tends to be slower to cook. Add about a minute per side to the original recipe.
- Amount of pancakes
You will end up with 2-3 more pancakes depending on what you add in. (Not a big deal in my opinion!)
Storing Pancakes
To store pancake batter: Place batter in an airtight container. When ready to use remove from refrigerator . Add 1/4 cup hot water to batter. Cook as instructed in recipe. (The purpose of adding the water is to thin out the batter. After sitting in the refrigerator the batter tends to thicken a bit too much.)
To store pancakes: If no fruit add-ons were used, simply store in an airtight container or ziplock bag at room temperature for up to five days. If fruit was used, store in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Easy Fluffy Pancake Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Combine melted butter, egg, milk, honey, and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl mix, or one at a time add baking powder, salt, and flour.
- OPTIONAL: Add other desired ingredients- fruit, chocolate chips, etc.
- Heat up cast iron skillet or griddle on low heat. Melt butter on hot surface. (When butter starts to sizzle the surface is hot enough.)
- Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop drop batter onto skillet.
- Wait for batter to form bubbles. When the bubbles start to pop your pancake is ready to be flipped. (About 2-3 minutes). Flip Pancake. Cook addition 2-3 min. Remove from heat. Enjoy!
