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How to Make Homemade Pancakes from Scratch

This is an easy guide that will teach you how to make pancakes from scratch. Pancakes are a delicious breakfast staple that anyone can master! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 148 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and vanilla.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
  4. Heat a griddle to medium-heat and spray with cooking spray.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of pancake mixture onto the griddle.
  6. Once the sides start to dry and the top is bubbling, flip the pancake using a large spatula.
  7. Cook until both sides of the pancake are golden brown and the middle is cooked through (you can check by inserting a toothpick into the middle of the pancake, if it comes out dry it is done).
  8. Remove from heat and serve with your favorite pancake toppings.

Notes

  • This truly is the best pancake recipe, but there's a few things you need to know to get it perfect.
  • When you combine the dry and wet ingredients, don't over mix! It is normal to have some clumps in the batter. If you over mix the batter, it will knock all the air out and your pancakes will be flatter than....well, a pancake!
  • Make sure to grease your griddle with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  • Use a measuring cup to portion the pancake batter onto the griddle to ensure uniform-sized pancakes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 148kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 34mg (11%) Sodium 353mg (15%) Potassium 113mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 139IU (3%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 148

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 148kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 34mg 11%
Sodium 353mg 15%
Potassium 113mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 139IU 3%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.