Best Fluffy Pancakes

Life is all about yummy, fluffy pancakes! These super fluffy pancakes are sure to steal the show at your next brunch! 

This recipe is simple and quick and doesn’t require any buttermilk! 

Pancakes are my favourite treat on a Sunday morning. With cherries on top and a drizzle of maple syrup! 

All that this recipe requires is simple ingredients that you will surely have on hand (flour, milk, eggs, sugar, butter and baking powder). And you will be ready with tall, delicious and fluffy pancakes! 

Tips for Fluffy Pancakes

• Heat – Cook on medium heat always. It takes longer but the results are better. If you cook on high heat, the pancakes will be brown from the outside but won’t cook on the inside. A non stick pan works the best.
  
• Butter the pan – Butter the pan and allow it to heat up on medium heat. This allows the pan to heat up uniformly. Before cooking the pancakes wipe of the excess blobs of butter with a tissue paper. 
  
• Batter – The batter should be slightly firm and not runny. It should have air bubbles which would make the pancakes real fluffy! If the batter is too thick add a tablespoon of milk. Or if it is too runny, that means you have added too much liquid, add a little flour to get the right consistency. 
  
• Flip – Once the bubbles begin to form and near the edges begin to pop, flip the pancake using a spatula.
  

Why are my pancakes not fluffy? 

• Over mixing the pancake batter leads to not so fluffy pancakes. This overworks the gluten in the flour and destroys the air that you incorporated into the batter while whisking. To avoid this, use a gentle hand mixer or a spatula to fold in the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until it’s all incorporated. 
  
• Stale baking powder is also the culprit for deflated pancakes. Baking powder normally has a shelf life of about 9 months. It is important to check if you’re baking powder is okay to use. Mix half a teaspoon of baking powder in a glass of water. If it will immediately fizzle up, it’s perfect to use!
  
• The rough flip! Flipping your pancakes roughly and high into the air results in all the air being squished out of them. Gently flip them with your spatula for fluffy pancakes.
  

Is it important to let the batter rest?

You should always let the pancake batter rest! This step is a game changer and a secret to flavourful and fluffy pancakes. Before spooning the batter onto the skillet, allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes, this  hydrates the batter and relaxes any gluten that may develop. 

Storage Instructions 

Pancakes can be refrigerated for 2-3 days in an airtight container. Make sure to store them without the maple syrup on top. This would make them soggy. But they taste best when served straight out of the pan with a drizzle of maple syrup, freshly cut berries and whipped cream!

Remember, cooking pancakes is a fun and pleasurable process. Do it with your loved ones and enjoy a lazy Sunday brunch. This fluffy pancake recipe is easy and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients or equipment. Simply follow my recipe and your in for a treat and a fun filled time in the kitchen with your loved ones! 

If you have a sweet tooth make sure to try the Chocolate Mousse!