Quick and Easy Pancakes for One

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4.9

345 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    8 mins

  • Total Time

    18 mins

  • Servings

    2 pancakes

  • Calories

    381 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

Quick and Easy Pancakes for One

This recipe creates a small batch of fluffy pancakes for a single serving using common pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, milk, egg yolk, and vanilla. The batter produces tender, lightly sweet pancakes with a golden crust, cooked on a skillet and topped simply with butter and syrup. It suits solo breakfasts or snacks with minimal preparation.

Description

Quick and Easy Pancakes for One uses a measured combination of flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt mixed with milk, egg yolk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. The dry and wet ingredients are combined until just mixed to avoid toughness. The batter is portioned in 1/4-cup scoops and cooked on a greased skillet over medium heat.

The pancakes develop bubbles on top before flipping to cook the other side, producing a light golden crust and soft interior. Serving with butter and syrup finishes the classic flavor. This recipe focuses on correct flour measurement for best texture, recommending weighing or using the spoon and sweep method.

This single-serve pancake recipe is practical for smaller appetites or when cooking solo, minimizing leftovers and effort while still making fresh pancakes. It’s adaptable to various milk types and topping preferences.

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Ingredients

Servings

Pancakes for One

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour measured by weight or using the spoon and sweep method
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup milk any percentage*
  • 1 egg large, yolk
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • butter
  • syrup

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together milk, egg, oil, and vanilla. Pour wet ingredients into the dry and use a spoon to stir until just combined.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and grease by running a stick of butter over the hot surface or spraying with cooking spray. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to drop batter onto the cooking surface.
  4. Cook until bubbles form on the top of the pancakes and the bottoms are golden. Flip and continue to cook until cooked through.
  5. Top with butter and syrup, and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use accurate flour measurement by weight or the spoon and sweep method to ensure proper batter consistency.
  • Flip pancakes when bubbles form on top and the bottom is golden to achieve even cooking and fluffiness.
  • This recipe serves one, ideal for a quick, single-serving breakfast or snack without leftover batter.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 381kcal (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2pancakes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 381 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 381kcal 19%

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

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