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Old-Fashioned Pancakes

These fluffy old-fashioned pancakes are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or brunch, allowing for endless topping possibilities.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk for dairy-free option.
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
For Cooking
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, and melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
Cooking
  1. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
  2. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges appear set, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Flip and cook until golden brown on the other side, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Serve warm with butter, syrup, or fresh fruit.

Notes

Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking for fluffier pancakes. Serve with a variety of toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.