Fluffy Pancakes from Scratch
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Light fluffy pancakes are easy to achieve with this homemade pancakes recipe! Perfect for breakfast, brunch or lunch, pancakes from scratch are the best.
Homemade Pancakes
These are the ingredients for homemade pancakes:
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Sea salt
- Milk (whole or low-fat)
- Freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- Pure vanilla extract
- Large eggs
- Melted butter
How to Make Pancakes from Scratch
Here’s how to make fluffy pancakes your whole family will enjoy:
- Preheat a non-stick griddle, or a wide non-stick skillet, over low/medium heat.
- Sift dry ingredients into a mixing bowl.
- Mix briefly until just combined.
Fluffy Pancakes
When mixing pancake batter it’s important not to over-mix, or your pancakes will have a rubbery texture. We want light, tender, fluffy pancakes that almost melt in your mouth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the bowl.
- Gently whisk the ingredients together until fully incorporated.
- There may still be lumps. That’s okay!
Easy Pancakes from Scratch
When cooking pancakes on a non-stick surface you don’t need to brush any butter or oil onto the griddle! Your pancakes can be easily lifted and flipped with a spatula.
- Using a measuring spoon, place 2 tablespoons of batter on the hot griddle.
- As soon as you see bubbles on the surface starting to burst, flip the pancake.
- Allow the pancake to cook for another minute or until it’s golden and done.
Best Pancake Toppings
Breakfast should never be boring. Delicious homemade pancakes can be topped a variety of ways. Mix things up. Try new pancake toppings!
- Raspberries, blueberries, bananas, strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries
- A pat of butter plus maple syrup, honey or blue agave nectar
- A sprinkling of powdered sugar
- Yogurt plus nuts or granola
- A generous dollop of ricotta cheese
- Scoop of vanilla ice cream with a long drizzle of hot fudge
- A spoonful of marshmallow fluff
- Dulce de leche
- Nutella or jam
- Fried egg plus two strips of crispy bacon
- Cream cheese frosting plus chocolate chips
What’s the Trick for Fluffy Pancakes?
- Adding lemon juice to the batter.
- Not over mixing the pancake batter.
- FOR AN EXTRA BOOST OF FLUFFINESS: Separate the eggs. Add in the yolks with the wet ingredients and mix until blended. The final step is folding or stirring the egg whites into the batter.
If you liked these homemade pancakes, you’ll enjoy these other pancake recipes too:
FUNFETTI PANCAKES FROM SCRATCH
Fluffy Pancakes from Scratch
- Total Time: 20 Minutes
- Yield: 16 Pancakes 1x
Description
Say goodbye to flat, rubbery, over-cooked pancakes. Making light fluffy pancakes has never been easier! This delicious recipe for pancakes from scratch is a keeper!
Ingredients
- 1–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup whole or low-fat milk
- 1–1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium/low heat.
- Sift the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda into a deep mixing bowl. Whisk the dry ingredients until just mixed.
- *For the fluffiest pancakes, see notes below. Add all the wet ingredients into the bowl. Whisk until incorporated. Do not overmix. The pancake batter may still have lumps, and that’s okay!
- With a measuring spoon, form each pancake by ladling two tablespoons of batter onto the griddle. As soon as bubbles rise to the surface and begin to pop, flip your pancakes over. Cook for another minute or so, until your fluffy pancakes are lightly golden and done.
- Serve straight off the griddle with your favorite toppings!
Notes
WHAT’S THE TRICK TO FLUFFY PANCAKES?
- Adding lemon juice to the pancake batter.
- Not over-mixing the batter.
- FOR AN EXTRA BOOST OF FLUFFINESS: Separate the eggs. Add in yolks with the wet ingredients and mix until blended. The final step: fold or stir egg whites into the batter.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 10 Minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pancakes, fluffy pancakes, homemade pancakes, pancakes from scratch
FLUFFY PANCAKES > JOIN THE CONVERSATION
Do you enjoy homemade pancakes from scratch? What do you think about this yummy recipe for fluffy pancakes? Join the conversation in the comments below!
They were very good. We just had them for dinner!
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I like hearing that. These are so yummy and I think you will want more and more.
These are making me drool!! Seriously, fluffy pancakes are one of my fave things!! Yum.1
Oh man, I haven’t had from-scratch pancakes since my roommate moved to Canada! I miss his pancakes, I’m goubg to have to try making these-they look so good!
YES!!! You will love them so much. It will remind you of your roomie.
YUM! wow, these look incredible, we’ll both give it a go come the weekend, can’t wait! This breakfast pizza looks absolutely delicious!
I really hope you like them. It makes breakfast that much better.
I’ve never made pancakes from scratch, but your recipe looks pretty easy. I would’ve never thought about using lemon juice to make them fluffy. Thanks for sharing a tasty recipe!
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I never would have thought of that either, but one day it just came to mind. I could never go back now.
WOw these look really fluffy and so sooo good! We love pancakes in our house. It’s one of our favorite breakfast. Topped with fruits and syrup, it’s just delicious. Lovely photos, btw. Makes me wanna grab these pancakes from the screen. ;)
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The toppings just make it that much better. It’s always about your preference on what you like.
As weird as this sounds, I have never made pancakes from scratch before. I have always used a mix in the past. I may have to try this recipe!
That doesn’t so weird at all. This is the perfect recipe to make from scratch.
This perfect recipe for thanksgiving day breakfast, soft fluffy pancakes. I can add some sprinkles and make it as Christmas day breakfast too. I will let you know how my experiment turned out.
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Yes, please let me know. I think you will really like them.
These look amazing!! OMG now I’m tempted to whip up a batch! I’ve not had pancakes in a while..it’s always such a treat when we do make them. Perfect recipe for holiday mornings <3
They are the best for holiday mornings. They will make it just so much better.
I cook pancakes a lot. Sometimes I prefer them fluffy, sometimes I like them flat but one thing stays the same – I can’t get tired of them as well as of experimenting with various recipes. Yours is amazing!
Thank you so much. I just had to get them out for everyone. I know you would love them.
I love fluffy pancakes and these do look fluffy. Love how simple and easy this recipe is too. Nothing beat a nice stack of fluffy pancakes for a weekend breakfast.
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That is so true. Nothing beats the fluffiness, it makes it that much better.
Pancakes are a Sunday staple in our home, I will have to try the lemon juice next time to see the fluffy pancakes difference!!
They make all the difference in the world. I know you will love them.
I wish I had everything on hand to make this recipe right now. It looks so yummy, and perfect to make a delicious Sunday brunch for my family.
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They are absolutely perfect to make for brunch.
It’s been years since I’ve made pancakes. I’ve forgotten how good they taste and I’ve lost my recipe on how to make them. Lucky for me that you posted the recipe!! I’m going to pin it and make them this week.
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I love this so much. This recipe will leave you wanting more. I can promise that.
OMG, I love homemade pancakes! Is there any other way? Thanks for this awesome recipe, bookmarked!
Yay! I’m so glad you like them. They are a great treat for breakfast.
Yum! Pancakes are my comfort food. Love this fluffy pancakes recipe!
I didn’t know how I would feel about them, but after I made them I was hooked.
My husband is more of a waffle guy, but I LOVE pancakes. I just wished my figure did.
Lol! I hear you. Have him try these and he won’t want to go back.
I love to make pancakes. I haven’t made them homemade, without a box mix in years. i don’t know why, these sound amazing.
They are. You will never make pancakes out of the box again.
We LOVE pancakes in our home and your from scratch recipe sounds absolutely delicious. Pancakes have turned out so fluffy and yummy looking.
I’m so glad these turned out so well for you. They are so yummy.
These pancakes look great! My children will be delighted with them! Good idea for breakfast and I would like to eat it every day! Thanks!
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They are the best and I think I could eat them everyday also. Lol.
I would love to make pancakes like this! I’m gonna try it this way and see if I can get fluffy pancakes! Thanks for sharing.
You are so welcome. These Pancakes are the best of the best! Thanks for stopping by.
Pancakes is one of my daughter’s favorite foods to eat, and making this recipe for her makes her happy.
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Awww…Gervin, I’m thrilled to hear that your daughter loves these homemade pancakes!
Pancakes taste so much better from scratch. I love that you served it with fresh fruit. So much fresher than butter and syrup.
Thank you Jenn! Pancakes from scratch are the best.
My husband makes homemade pancakes every Sunday. His recipe is pretty similar to yours but he does not use lemon juice. I have to share that tip with him
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Tomi, .I’m so happy you’ll be sharing the lemon-juice tip with your hubby! :-)
My family loves fluffy pancakes. I’ll have to try this recipe next time I make pancakes.
Hello Ashley! Once you try this recipe for homemade pancakes, it’ll become one of your favorites!
Beautiful plate of fluffy pancakes! I love blueberries with mine, but my all time favorite is warm maple syrup!
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Thank you Cheese Curd in Paradise! I’m so happy you stopped by and found this special recipe for fluffy homemade pancakes.
Now this is my favorite breakfast! I want to eat pancakes every day! I’m sure this is very tasty. This is a great recipe for me.
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Mahy, you’re going to love these fluffy pancakes!
Such a delicious Idea for the holiday, I love blueberries it looks so delicious I could eat the screen!
Thank you Claudia!
That is an absolutely gorgeous stack of pancakes. Mine always turned out flat before! Thanks for the recipe!
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Thank you Marjory! Your sweet comment made my day!
These look so good! I need to make them for breakfast one morning. We all love pancakes and normally I make them from a box, so these would be a treat.
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Homemade pancakes are the best! Amber, thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment. I appreciate it!
This was a great recipe, thank you!
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Noelle, you’re absolutely welcome!
Pancakes are a family tradition in our house. I love your detailed instructions. Can’t wait to try some of your tips and tricks!
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Thank you Beth! I can hardly wait for you to try these tips for fluffy homemade pancakes. :-)
I love making pancakes. We do a breakfast for dinner usually about once a month and will make pancakes. I will definitely try these. They are delicious I am sure.
There’s just so much to love about pancakes! Jeanette, I love that you’ll be trying these out soon.
The most perfect pancakes! And the toppings options are endless because they pair well with everything!
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Loved that you enjoyed these pancakes Nellie! :-)
I love fluffy pancakes, especially when they are hot off the griddle. Your pancakes look amazing and I’d love a stack right about now.
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Alli, I’m glad to hear that you love this recipe for homemade pancakes!
Oh wow, you aren’t kidding about these being fluffy! These look so delicious, and perfect for breakfast on a cold morning
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Thank you Karyl! Fluffy pancakes are a real treat on cold mornings and any time of year. :-)
Your pancake mix with lemon is delicious! The key is not to over mix the batter and you will have lovely fluffy tall pancakes. Always make homemade syrup that will tops them off.
Thank you so much Candy for your sweet comment. I agree, for fluffy pancakes it’s important to not over-mix the batter.