How to Make Pancake Batter

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Boxed pancake mix is usually the go-to when it comes to weekend breakfasts, but you'd be surprised to learn how easy it is to whip up pancake batter from scratch with the ingredients in your pantry! Read this article for an easy, delicious pancake batter recipe.

Ingredients

Easy Pancake Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla (optional)

Yield: 8 Pancakes

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Easy, Delicious Pancake Batter

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    Slowly pour in the milk and mix well.
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    Whisk the batter thoroughly until there are no more lumps.
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    Coat with a non-stick cooking spray, butter, or vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
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    Use a spatula to flip the pancakes and to remove them when they are finished.
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    Add fruit, maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar if desired.
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    Can I make pancake batter without baking powder?
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    I never use baking powder in my pancakes. Just use one cup of flour, an egg or two (depending on if you like dryer pancakes), and a flavoring extract of choice.
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    You don't necessarily have to, but they greatly help the pancakes rise and be fluffy.
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    Baking powder will help the pancakes to rise. It's not necessary, but you can use it if you like taller, fluffier, airier pancakes.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Skillet
      • Large bowl
      • Spatula
      • Whisk

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      To make pancake batter, first add 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons (25 grams) of sugar, 1 tablespoon (15 grams) of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) of salt to a mixing bowl. Whisk all the dry ingredients together. In a separate bowl, combine 1 egg , 1 1/4 cups (60 milliliters) of milk, 4 tablespoons (60 grams) of melted butter, and 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) of vanilla extract. Finally, slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a spoon until the batter is smooth. To make pancakes with your batter, add 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) of the batter at a time to a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the pancakes for 2 minutes on each side or until both sides are lightly browned. To learn how to make gluten-free pancake batter, scroll down!

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