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Thick Fluffy Pancakes From Scratch

A stack of three thick, fluffy pancakes with beautifully browned tops served on a white plate.
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Make the best thick fluffy pancakes with this easy recipe. You will achieve light, airy, and perfectly soft pancakes every time you cook.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. This step helps distribute the leavening agents for maximum lift.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Overmixing develops gluten and makes pancakes tough instead of fluffy.
  4. Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add about 1 tablespoon of butter for cooking.
  5. Once the butter melts and sizzles slightly, pour 1/3 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. You are making thick fluffy pancakes, so do not spread the batter.
  6. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. You are looking for a golden-brown bottom.
  7. Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the second side is golden brown and the center is cooked through. Give yourself a high-five for that perfect flip!
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings. These are the best breakfast pancakes!

Notes

  • For extra tall pancakes, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking. This allows the baking powder to start working.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 2 tablespoons of white vinegar or lemon juice into 2 cups of regular milk and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Keep cooked pancakes warm in a single layer on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven while you finish the rest of the batch.

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