Soft, fluffy homemade pancakes made with simple pantry ingredients for easy mornings and cozy weekends.
This Classic Fluffy Pancake recipe is the kind you reach for when you want something comforting, reliable, and easy to make from scratch. With a balanced batter made from flour, milk, eggs, and vanilla, these pancakes cook up light and fluffy on the inside with golden, lightly crisp edges on the outside.
They’re perfect for slow weekend breakfasts, quick weekday mornings, or prepping ahead for busy schedules. Whether you keep them simple with butter and syrup or load them up with fruit and toppings, this recipe creates pancakes that stack beautifully and taste even better.
It’s a breakfast staple you’ll come back to again and again.
Why You’ll Love These Pancakes
- Soft, fluffy texture every time
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
- Easy to customize with add-ins like berries or chocolate chips
- Perfect for meal prep and freezing
- Family-friendly and beginner-friendly
- Ready in under 30 minutes
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup sugar
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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2 teaspoons baking soda
Wet Ingredients
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2½ cups milk
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¼ cup oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ cup applesauce
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3 eggs
Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients until evenly combined. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients, milk, oil, vanilla, applesauce, and eggs until smooth.
Step 2: Combine
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined. A few lumps are fine. Overmixing can make pancakes dense.
Step 3: Heat the Pan
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. Test the heat by sprinkling a few drops of water. It should sizzle immediately.
Step 4: Cook the Pancakes
Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look set, about 2–3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook another 2 minutes, until golden brown.
Step 5: Serve Warm
Stack pancakes on a plate, add butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or any toppings you like. Enjoy immediately for the best texture.
Tips & Variations
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Extra fluffy: Separate eggs and beat the whites until soft peaks form, then fold in.
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Gluten-free: Substitute a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
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Add-ins: Fold in chocolate chips, blueberries, or cinnamon for variety.
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Meal prep: Freeze cooled pancakes between sheets of parchment paper and reheat in a toaster or oven.
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Vegan option: Use flax eggs and plant-based milk instead of eggs and dairy milk.
Storage
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Freeze for up to 2 months; reheat in a skillet or toaster.
Final Thoughts
These classic fluffy pancakes prove that simple ingredients and basic steps can create something comforting, delicious, and reliable. Perfect for weekend brunches, busy mornings, or anytime you need a little breakfast magic.