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Homemade Pancakes from Scratch

Pancakes from scratch are super easy to make, fluffy and absolutely delicious! Easily add in your favorite berries, seasonings or even chocolate chips to customize them to your liking!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword fluffy pancakes, homeade pancakes, pancakes, pancakes from scratch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Skillet or griddle
  • Measuring cup to pour batter
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar add 1/3 for sweeter pancakes
  • 1 tbs baking powder 3 tsp
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups milk any type of milk works
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter allow butter to cool before using
  • 2 tsp vanilla

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • Add in the milk, eggs, oil and vanilla and mix until just combined.
  • Allow batter to sit for 1-2 minutes while preheating your skillet or griddle
  • Preheat a skillet or griddle and coat the bottom with cooking oil or butter
  • Using a ¼ or ⅓ cup measuring cup, pour batter onto skillet or griddle
  • Add toppings (optional)
  • Let cook until bubbles form (about 1-2 minutes) on one side, and 30 seconds to 1 minute on the other

Notes

STORING PANCAKES

BATTER:

This pancake batter can be made ahead of time and kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just be sure to stir the batter before using it as the oil can sometimes separate while it sits.

REFRIGERATOR:

If you decide to use all of the batter to make pancakes and know you'll eat them within a few days, allow them to completely cool, then place the pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you're ready to eat them, pop them in the microwave or toaster and your'e ready to go!

FREEZING:

You can also freeze these pancakes. To do so, lay them in a single layer on a greased baking sheet and freeze for an hour. Once frozen, remove and store in a gallon freezer bag or airtight container for up to four months in the freezer. Simple remove and place in the microwave or toaster and enjoy! This is a great option for when you're on the go and need something quick.