15 Minutes Classic Homemade Pancake Recipe (Soft, Fluffy & Perfect Every Time)

Few breakfasts feel as comforting as a warm stack of freshly made pancakes. The golden edges, the soft center, and the sweet aroma filling the kitchen can instantly make your morning better. The best part is that you don’t need any special skills or fancy ingredients to make perfect pancakes at home. With a few simple steps and common pantry items, you can prepare fluffy pancakes that taste better than any café version

Homemade Pancake Recipe

There’s something comforting about a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes in the morning. Whether it’s a lazy Sunday breakfast or a quick weekday treat, pancakes are simple, satisfying, and loved by everyone. This easy homemade pancake recipe uses basic kitchen ingredients and gives you perfectly soft and golden pancakes every single time.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 People

Course: Breakfast, Quick Recipes, Snack, weet Recipe

Cuisine: American, Chinese, Indian

Ingredients Equipment Method Video

Ingredients

  

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup milk

1 egg

2 tablespoons melted butter (or oil)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or spoon
• Non-stick pan or tawa
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula

Method

 

1. Step 1: Mix dry ingredients
2. In a large bowl, add flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well so everything is evenly combined.
3. Step 2: Prepare wet mixture
4. In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Step 3: Make the batter
6. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently mix until you get a smooth batter. Do not overmix — small lumps are okay. Overmixing can make pancakes dense instead of fluffy.
7. Step 4: Heat the pan
8. Place a non-stick pan on medium heat. Lightly grease it with butter or oil.
9. Step 5: Cook the pancakes
10. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan. Let it cook for 1–2 minutes. You’ll see bubbles forming on top — this means it’s ready to flip.
11. Step 6: Flip and cook
12. Flip the pancake and cook the other side for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
13. Step 7: Serve hot
14. Repeat with the remaining batter. Stack the pancakes and serve warm.

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Helpful Tips for Extra Fluffy Pancakes

Keep the heat on medium to avoid burning the pancakes. Never press the pancake with the spatula after flipping, as this removes the air and makes them dense. Let the batter rest for 2–3 minutes before cooking to get even softer pancakes.If you want to experiment, you can add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or berries directly into the batter for different flavors. Easy Custard Bread Cake Recipe

Why This Pancake Recipe Works

This recipe balances the right amount of dry and wet ingredients, which helps create a light and airy texture. The baking powder and baking soda give the pancakes a perfect rise, while the butter and vanilla add a rich, comforting flavor.Whether you are making breakfast for your family or a quick snack for yourself, these homemade pancakes are always a satisfying choice.