American Pancakes


Start your day with a stack of fluffy American pancakes! Easy to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfect with your favorite toppings!


Published: September 12, 2024 · Modified: September 21, 2024 by Jennifer Ryan


Stack of fluffy banana pancakes topped with butter and syrup.
Stack of American pancakes topped with butter, raspberries, and blueberries on a black plate.

American Pancakes

Jennifer Ryan
Fluffy American pancakes stacked high, drenched in syrup, and topped with berries! Dive into this delicious, easy-to-follow recipe!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 119 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the plain flour, caster sugar, and baking powder. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well mixed.
    120 Grams Plain flour, 1 Tablespoon Caster sugar, 1 Tablespoon Baking powder
  • In a separate small bowl, crack the egg and whisk it lightly until the yolk and white are fully combined.
    1 Egg
  • Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the whisked egg, followed by the milk and vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.
    240 Milliliters Milk, 1 Teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • Place a frying pan over medium heat and allow it to warm up. Lightly grease the pan with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
    Butter or oil
  • Pour a small amount of batter (about 1/4 cup) into the frying pan, forming a circle. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until bubbles begin to form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
    Stack of fluffy American pancakes topped with butter and syrup on a black plate.
  • Transfer the cooked pancake to a serving plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
    A stack of American pancakes topped with blueberries and raspberries, served with syrup.

Notes

Tips & Tricks
  • Use a measuring cup to pour the batter for even-sized pancakes.
  • For extra fluffy pancakes, allow the batter to rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking.
  • If making a large batch, keep the cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (around 100°C) until ready to serve.
  • Get creative with toppings! Try adding chocolate chips, banana slices, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for variety.

Nutrition

Calories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 239mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 106IUCalcium: 175mgIron: 1mg
Keyword breakfast ideas, easy to make pancakes, fluffy pancakes, pancakes
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2 thoughts on “American Pancakes

  1. 5 stars
    Simple, quick, and delicious! I appreciated the tip about letting the batter rest for fluffier pancakes. Worked like a charm. I’ll be trying them with bananas and walnuts next time!

    1. Glad the tip worked for you! Bananas and walnuts sound like a fantastic addition — they’ll add great flavor and texture. Let me know how they turn out, and happy cooking! 🍌🥞🍴

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Stack of fluffy American pancakes topped with berries and syrup on a black plate.