Easy Homemade Pancakes


Pancakes are a classic breakfast staple loved by many. With this easy homemade pancake recipe, you’ll be able to whip up a batch of delicious, fluffy pancakes in no time!


The first step in making these pancakes is to create a buttermilk substitute by adding vinegar to milk. This will create the perfect light and fluffy texture that makes pancakes so delicious. Mix 1 ½ cups of milk with 4 tablespoons of white vinegar in a measuring cup and stir. Let it sit while you prepare the dry ingredients.


In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 4 tablespoons of sugar. Set the dry ingredients aside.


Next, add 2 eggs and 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter to the milk mixture and mix well. Then pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until the batter is smooth and airy.

easy homemade pancakes


PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES
SERVINGS: 8 servings

Ingredients:


1 ½ cups milk

4 tablespoons white vinegar

2 eggs

4 tablespoons melted butter unsalted

2 cups flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

4 tablespoon sugar

Extra butter for skillet

Instructions:


  • In a measuring cup mix milk and vinegar together, stir and let stand to ‘sour’ while you prepare the dry ingredients. Adding vinegar to milk makes a quick substitute for buttermilk that will create light and fluffy pancakes.
  • In a medium mixing bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Set aside.
  • To the milk mixture add the eggs and melted butter, mix well. Pour milk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined and batter is smooth and airy.
  • In a large skillet melt a couple pats of butter over medium heat. Using a small ladle or ice cream scooper, pour batter onto skillet. Cook until bubbles appear on top side, flip and cook until lightly browned. Top with real maple syrup.

In a large skillet, melt a couple of pats of butter over medium heat. Using a small ladle or ice cream scooper, pour the batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles appear on the top side, then flip the pancake and cook until lightly browned.


Serve the pancakes with real maple syrup and enjoy your delicious homemade pancakes!


This recipe makes enough batter to serve six people, so it’s perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch with family or friends. However, if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat them in the toaster or microwave.


Making homemade pancakes from scratch is not as hard as it may seem, and the results are well worth it. With this simple recipe, you’ll be able to enjoy delicious, fluffy pancakes that will satisfy your breakfast cravings. So, give it a try and enjoy your homemade pancakes!