Description
This recipe guides you through making light and fluffy pancakes using a batter of eggs, milk, flour, and sugar. The pancakes are cooked gently in a greased non-stick pan, resulting in soft, golden brown stacks that are perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Separate Eggs: Separate the egg whites and yolks into two different bowls to prepare for distinct mixing processes.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In the bowl with the yolks, add milk and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and baking powder into the yolk mixture. Stir gently to form a smooth batter without lumps.
- Whisk Egg Whites: In the other bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually incorporate the sugar and continue whisking until stiff peaks develop, providing the batter its light texture.
- Fold Mixtures: Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk batter using a spatula to maintain airiness. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter fluffy.
- Prepare Pan: Heat a non-stick pan over low heat and lightly grease it with butter to ensure the pancakes don’t stick.
- Cook Pancakes: Spoon small, thick mounds of batter onto the pan. Cover with a lid and cook for about 3 minutes on the first side until golden and puffed.
- Flip Pancakes: Carefully flip each pancake to cook the other side for about 3 minutes, cooking until golden brown and fully set.
- Serve: Remove the pancakes from the pan and serve immediately. Optional toppings include syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit to enhance flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for best volume when whipping egg whites.
- Be gentle when folding to preserve air and keep pancakes fluffy.
- Cooking on low heat prevents burning while allowing pancakes to cook through.
- Covering the pan traps heat and helps pancakes rise and cook evenly.
- Serve pancakes immediately for the best texture and flavor.
