These fluffy, buttery, and golden pancakes are a breakfast staple in the U.S. Super easy to make, they’re perfect for drizzling with maple syrup and adding your favorite toppings!

Ingredients (Makes 10-12 pancakes)

For the Pancakes

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ¼ cups milk (whole or buttermilk for extra fluffiness)
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

For Cooking

• Butter or oil (for greasing the pan)

Optional Toppings

• Maple syrup 
• Fresh berries 
• Whipped cream
• Chocolate chips 
• Nuts or powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients

• In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

3. Combine the Batter

• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
• Stir gently until just combined (a few lumps are okay!)—don’t overmix, or the pancakes will be dense.

4. Cook the Pancakes

• Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
• Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the pan.
• Cook until bubbles form on the surface (about 2 minutes), then flip.
• Cook the other side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

5. Serve and Enjoy!

• Stack the pancakes on a plate, top with butter, syrup, and your favorite toppings!

Tips for the Best Pancakes

✔️ Don’t overmix the batter—lumps are fine!
✔️ Use buttermilk instead of milk for extra fluffy pancakes.
✔️ Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking.
✔️ Cook on medium heat to avoid burning.
✔️ Flip only once when bubbles form.

Enjoy your fluffy, classic American pancakes!  Let me know if you want variations like chocolate chip or blueberry!