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The Best Thick Fluffy Pancakes From Scratch

A tall stack of fluffy pancakes cut to show the airy interior, drizzled with syrup on a white plate.
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Learn how to make thick, light, and airy pancakes that are perfectly soft every time. This easy homemade recipe guarantees tall pancakes for your weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. This mixes the dry ingredients well.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix them gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Overmixing develops gluten and makes pancakes tough.
  4. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the leavening agents to activate, which helps make the pancakes fluffy.
  5. Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add about 1 teaspoon of butter or oil per batch. The pan is ready when a drop of water sizzles immediately.
  6. Pour 1/4 to 1/3 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Do not crowd the pan.
  7. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  8. Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings for a melt in your mouth breakfast experience.

Notes

  • For extra tall pancakes, separate the egg whites, beat them to soft peaks, and gently fold them into the finished batter right before cooking.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 2 cups of regular milk with 2 tablespoons of white vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Keep cooked pancakes warm in a single layer on a baking sheet in a 200 degree Fahrenheit oven while you finish the rest of the batch.

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