Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFrankie's DinerShort Pancakes Recipe

Short Pancakes Recipe

Inspired by Frankie's Diner
Time25m
Serves4

Make Short Pancakes Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

For Cooking

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.

  2. 2

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Preheat the Pan

    Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add the butter or oil and allow it to melt and coat the surface.

  2. 5

    Cook the Pancakes

    Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour about 1/4 cup of the batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. 6

    Flip and Finish Cooking

    Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.

  4. 7

    Serve

    Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as syrup, fresh fruits, or whipped cream.

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