Jul 09 2026
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Diner Style Pancakes Recipe

Inspired by Zak's Cantina
Time25m
Serves4

includes juice or milk

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

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

  2. 2

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In a separate 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 and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Preheat Griddle

    Preheat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.

  2. 5

    Cook Pancakes

    Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown.

  3. 6

    Serve

    Serve pancakes warm with maple syrup and fresh fruit, if desired.

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