Classic Fluffy Old Fashioned Pancakes
These classic fluffy old fashioned pancakes are soft, buttery, and perfectly golden every time. They're made with simple pantry staples and come together in minutes. Add chocolate chips for an extra treat, or keep them classic with butter and maple syrup!
Servings 10 pancakes
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all purpose flour
- 3½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1¼ cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter or melted coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ½ to ¾ cup chocolate chips optional
Optional Ingredients:
- Butter
- Maple syrup
- Almond butter
- Fresh berries
- Sliced bananas
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter or melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. A few small lumps are fine. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
- Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
- Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to look set.
- Flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, almond butter, or your favorite toppings.