Old-Fashioned Pancakes

Old-Fashioned Pancakes

Old-fashioned pancakes are fluffy, golden, and wonderfully simple — the kind of classic breakfast that never goes out of style. Made with basic pantry ingredients, they’re perfect for slow mornings, weekend brunch, or breakfast-for-dinner nights.

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups milk
1 large egg
3 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy — do not overmix.

Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.

Pour about 1/4 cup batter onto the hot surface for each pancake.

Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.

Remove and keep warm while cooking the remaining pancakes.

Helpful Tips:
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes for fluffier pancakes.
Do not press pancakes while cooking — it makes them dense.
Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm with butter and maple syrup.
Top with fresh berries or sliced bananas.
Add chocolate chips or blueberries to the batter if desired.

Old-fashioned pancakes are soft, comforting, and timeless — a breakfast classic that always brings everyone to the table. 🥞