The Best Homemade Pancakes with Ingredients You Already Have

There’s something incredibly comforting about a warm stack of fluffy pancakes straight off the griddle or out of the skillet. Whether it’s a slow weekend morning, a special breakfast for dinner night, or a surprise treat for the kids, this easy homemade pancake recipe is the one you’ll reach for again and again.

Made with basic pantry staples and a splash of vanilla, these pancakes are soft in the center, lightly crisp on the edges, and buttery in all the right ways.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Simple ingredients you probably already have
• No special equipment needed, just a bowl and a whisk
• Easily customizable with add-ins like chocolate chips or blueberries
• Works beautifully with either milk or buttermilk

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1½ tsp baking soda
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1½ cups milk or buttermilk
• 1½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ tbsp melted butter

Instructions:

1. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Key note: you can always pre batch the mix and set it aside to have ready to go pancake mix in your pantry until you’re ready to use.
2. Combine the wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
3. Stir together: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. A few lumps are fine, don’t overmix!
4. Cook the pancakes: Heat a lightly greased griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top and the edges look set, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
5. Serve warm: Stack them high and top with butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.

Tips for Perfect Pancakes:

• Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes before cooking for extra fluffiness.
• For even cooking, preheat your pan fully and cook on medium heat.
• Want thicker pancakes? Reduce the milk slightly. For thinner pancakes, add a splash more.

Make It Your Own:

• Add chocolate chips or blueberries to the batter
• Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version
• Stir in a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg for cozy flavor

We love to pair our pancakes with fried potatoes and onions, eggs and bacon. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or just treating yourself to a cozy breakfast, these pancakes never disappoint. Serve them with warm maple syrup, a side of bacon, or even a dollop of whipped cream. However you stack them, they’re sure to be a hit!

Buttermilk Pancake Recipe

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These homemade pancakes are soft, fluffy, and perfectly golden with just the right touch of sweetness. Made with pantry staples like flour, eggs, and baking powder, this recipe whips up in minutes and delivers buttery, melt in your mouth pancakes every time.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups milk or buttermilk
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 1/2 tbsp melted butter

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Instructions

 

• Mix all dry ingredients together. Set aside
• Once ready to cook pancakes, add rest of ingredients
• Cook until you have buttery golden delicious pancakes
• Enjoy!

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Notes

To get the best crispy edge on your pancakes, cook pancakes in a little butter or oil and they come out perfect every time!

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal

Keyword breakfast, buttermilk pancakes, pancakes

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