Pancakes are a classic breakfast favorite, known for their light and fluffy texture. Made from a simple batter of flour, milk, and a few key ingredients, these pancakes are quick to prepare and can be customized with various toppings. Here’s an easy recipe to make fluffy pancakes at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp white sugar
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 1 egg (or 1 tbsp condensed milk for eggless version)
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions:
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Add Wet Ingredients:
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the milk, honey, vanilla essence, egg (or condensed milk for an eggless version), and melted butter.
- Mix everything together until you have a smooth batter. Be careful not to overmix.
- Cook the Pancakes:
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Pour or scoop about ¼ cup of the batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and brown the other side. Each pancake should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve:
- Serve the pancakes hot with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruits, or a dollop of butter.
Tips for Perfect Pancakes:
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in dense pancakes. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Temperature Control: Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the pancakes while ensuring they cook through.
- Customization: You can add chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts to the batter for extra flavor.
Presentation Tips:
- Stack the pancakes neatly on a plate and drizzle with syrup or honey for an inviting presentation.
- Garnish with fresh berries or banana slices for a colorful and healthy topping.
Nutrition Chart for Pancakes (per serving)
• Calories —————— 220 kcal
• Total Fat —————— 9 g
• Cholesterol ————— 55 mg
• Sodium ——————– 500 mg
• Total Carbohydrates — 30 g
• Protein ——————— 6 g
• Sugar ———————— 8 g
• Fiber ———————— 1 g
Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on the ingredients used and serving size.
