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Pancakes Recipe

Inspired by Northern Cafe
Time25m
Serves4

Make 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

Method

Mix dry ingredients

1

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

Combine wet ingredients

2

In a separate bowl or a large measuring cup, whisk the milk and egg until blended. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract and whisk again until smooth.

Make the batter

3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir gently until just combined. A few small lumps are fine; do not overmix or the pancakes will be tough. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the baking powder to activate and the gluten to relax.

Cook pancakes

4

Preheat pan

Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush the surface lightly with vegetable oil or a little additional butter. To test readiness, sprinkle a few drops of water on the surface — they should sizzle and evaporate.

5

For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot surface, leaving space between pancakes. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook the second side until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes more. Adjust heat as necessary so pancakes brown without burning.

6

Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F / 95°C) while you cook the remaining batter. Re-grease the pan as needed between batches.

Serve

7

Stack pancakes, top with butter, maple syrup, fresh fruit, or other desired toppings, and serve immediately.

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