Fluffy American Pancakes with Berries

Name: Fluffy American Pancakes with Berries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 pieces Large Eggs (Room temperature preferred); 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Sifted for best results); 1 1/2 cups Milk (Whole milk recommended for richness); 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (Adjust to taste); 10 grams Baking Powder (Approximately 2.5 teaspoons); 1 packet Vanilla Sugar (Or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)

A classic recipe for light and fluffy American pancakes, perfect for breakfast or brunch. This recipe combines simple ingredients like flour, milk, eggs, and a touch of sugar and vanilla to create a deliciously airy batter. Serve warm with your favorite toppings like fresh berries and syrup for a delightful treat.

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Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

12g

Protein

60g

Carbs

Fat

Perfectly Mixed Batter

Ingredients

Large Eggs
(Room temperature preferred)
3 pieces
All-Purpose Flour
(Sifted for best results)
2 cups
Milk
(Whole milk recommended for richness)
1 cups
Granulated Sugar
(Adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons
Baking Powder
(Approximately 2.5 teaspoons)
10 grams
Vanilla Sugar
(Or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
1 packet

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pancakes Cooking on Griddle

Instructions

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In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and vanilla sugar until well combined.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and vanilla sugar until well combined.
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Sifting the flour helps prevent lumps and makes for a lighter pancake.
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In a separate medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the milk and whisk until fully incorporated.
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In a separate medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the milk and whisk until fully incorporated.
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Ensure eggs and milk are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. A few lumps are okay; do not overmix, as this can lead to tough pancakes.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. A few lumps are okay; do not overmix, as this can lead to tough pancakes.
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Overmixing develops gluten, making pancakes chewy. Stop mixing as soon as no dry streaks of flour remain.
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Let the pancake batter rest for 5-10 minutes. This allows the baking powder to activate and the flour to fully hydrate, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
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Let the pancake batter rest for 5-10 minutes. This allows the baking powder to activate and the flour to fully hydrate, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
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This resting step is crucial for achieving that signature fluffy texture.
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Heat a lightly oiled griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and bubbles form on the surface before flipping.
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Heat a lightly oiled griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and bubbles form on the surface before flipping.
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Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning. The first side takes slightly longer to cook than the second.
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Serve the fluffy American pancakes immediately, stacked high and garnished with fresh berries, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings.
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Serve the fluffy American pancakes immediately, stacked high and garnished with fresh berries, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings.
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Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (around 200°F/90°C) while you finish cooking the batch.