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Good Old-Fashioned
Pancakes
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I found this pancake recipe in my Grandma's

recipe book. Judging from the weathered
look of this recipe card, this was a family
favorite.

Recipe by dakota kelly | Updated on November 29, 2022

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Prep Time: Cook Time:

5 mins 15 mins

Total Time: Servings:

20 mins 8

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Perfect pancakes are easier to make than you

think. This pancake recipe produces thick,
fluffy, and all-around delicious pancakes with
just a few ingredients that are probably
already in your kitchen (and it's so much
better than the boxed stuff).

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How to Make Pancakes

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-
by-step instructions in the recipe below, but
let's go over the basics:

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Pancake Ingredients
You likely already have everything you need
to make this pancake recipe. If not, here's
what to add to your grocery list:

· Flour: This homemade pancake recipe starts

with all-purpose flour.
· Baking powder: Baking powder, a leavener,
is the secret to fluffy pancakes.
· Sugar: Just a tablespoon of white sugar is all
you'll need for subtly sweet pancakes.
· Salt: A pinch of salt will enhance the overall
flavor without making your pancakes taste
salty.
· Milk and butter: Milk and butter add
moisture and richness to the pancakes.
· Egg: A whole egg lends even more moisture.
Plus, it helps bind the pancake batter
together.

How to Make Pancakes From

Scratch
It's not hard to make homemade pancakes —
you just need a good recipe. That's where we
come in! You'll find the step-by-step recipe
below, but here's a brief overview of what you
can expect:

1. Si" the dry ingredients together.

2. Make a well, then add the wet ingredients.
Stir to combine.
3. Scoop the batter onto a hot griddle or pan.
4. Cook for two to three minutes, then flip.
5. Continue cooking until brown on both
sides.

When to Flip Pancakes

Your pancake will tell you when it's ready to
flip. Wait until bubbles start to form on the
top and the edges look dry and set. This will
usually take about two to three minutes on
each side.

How to Reheat Pancakes

Store le"over pancakes in an airtight
container in the fridge for about a week.
Refrain from adding toppings (such as syrup)
until right before you serve them so the
pancakes don't get soggy.

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Can You Save Pancake

Batter?
Don't let le"over pancake batter go to waste!
Store the batter in an airtight container in the
fridge for up to two days. If you plan to keep it
longer than that, it's best to freeze the batter.

Can You Freeze Pancakes?

Yes, you can freeze pancakes and pancake
batter.

· To freeze cooked pancakes: Allow the

pancakes to cool completely, then arrange
them in a single layer on a baking sheet
(make sure the edges aren't touching). Flash
freeze for a few hours or up to overnight.
Reheat in an oven set to 350 degrees F until
warmed through.
· To freeze pancake batter: Ladle the
pancake batter in serving size portions into
freezer bags, then wrap the bags in foil.
Freeze flat for up to one month. Thaw in the
refrigerator overnight.

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Allrecipes Community Tips

and Praise
"This recipe is one to hand down to your
grandkids," raves ashleyalbertine. "Fluffy and
delicious. Haven't bought a box of pancake
mix in months! Just add a bit of vanilla and
poof! Magic."

"Perfect," according to Laura W. "Delicious! If

you're looking for some thick, hearty
pancakes these are the ones to make! Made
them exactly as the recipe states and then
added mini-chocolate chips to each cake as
they were on the frying pan (before flipping)."

"I made this recipe exactly as written...the

kids were eating them off the plate faster
than I could cook them," says aellis1970.
"They are so delicious, they were eaten
without syrup."

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Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

3 ½ teaspoons baking powder

1 tablespoon white sugar

¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste

1 ¼ cups milk

3 tablespoons butter, melted

1 egg

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Directions

Step 1
Si" flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt
together in a large bowl. Make a well in the
center and add milk, melted butter, and egg;
mix until smooth.

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Step 2
Heat a lightly oiled griddle or pan over
medium-high heat. Pour or scoop the batter
onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup
for each pancake; cook until bubbles form
and the edges are dry, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Flip and cook until browned on the other
side. Repeat with remaining batter.

stack of Good Old Fashioned Pancakes

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Editor's Note:
The salt amount has been reduced based on
review feedback. The original recipe called
for 1 teaspoon.

I MADE IT PRINT

Nutrition Facts
(per serving)

158 6g
Calories Fat

22g 5g
Carbs Protein

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Most helpful positive review

DREGINEK

12/07/2002

I used 1/4 tsp less salt and added 1 tsp

vanilla. Loved these pancakes. My boyfriend
said that they're better than any box brand
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and that they had the taste of "sugar More
cook…
dough." Goodbye Bisquick, I'm keeping this
Helpful (600)
easy and great breakfast recipe! Thanks
Verona!

Most helpful critical review

Anonymous

08/12/2001

Judging by the other comments, it seems

we may have done something wrong
because we couldn't even bring ourselves to
ReadToo…
eat these. The a"ertaste was horrible. More
much baking powder?
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Allrecipes Member

04/06/2023

Great recipe but I added a half cup more flower and

I would add way less baking soda bc it was bitter in
some places and maybe a liiiitle bit of vanilla
extract but good overall

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Allrecipes Member

04/06/2023

This was a good recipe, although the

measurements were a bit off, and I had to add extra
of some things, but it was pretty good although it
didn't look good. I would say they would have been
really good if it wasn't the first time I was Read More
making…
pancakes.
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Allrecipes Member

04/05/2023

Worst pancakes I’ve made. Ratios of the ingredients

are messed up. Horrible baking soda a"er taste. I
had to add vanilla and they turned out slightly
better. Actually threw half the batch away. What a
waste.

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Allrecipes Member

04/05/2023

This is a great recipe. It makes the fluffiest most

delicious pancakes ever no reason to ever use a box
mix again!

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Allrecipes Member

04/04/2023

Best pancakes ever

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Janet smith

04/03/2023

Usually, my go-to for

breakfast...a quick, easy and
tasty meal...made them for
tonight's dinner. Modification:
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1/2 tsp. less baking powder a…
add 1 tsp. vanilla and butter
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extract...um!

Allrecipes Member

04/02/2023

Only did 1/8 tsp of salt, I added a whole tsp of

vanilla and another 1/4 Cup of Milk to get them past
the plaster texture. I also added blue berries and
sliced bananas -
tasted great then.

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Allrecipes Member

04/02/2023

Great pancakes my mom and dad loved them!!

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Yvette Kamakazikat

04/01/2023

I don't usually write reviews but this recipe was too

good and super easy to make. My husband
complimented the breakfast and that was a sure
reward. So thank you for sharing

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