Ingredients
Gathering your ingredients is like setting the stage for a culinary adventure. Here’s what you’ll need for these delightful pancakes:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk (whole or 2% work well, or use almond milk for a dairy-free option)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Feel free to swap out the all-purpose flour for whole wheat flour for a heartier texture. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg for an extra depth of flavor. Remember, cooking is about making it your own!
Instructions
Let’s transform these ingredients into a breakfast masterpiece with these simple steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. This dry mixture will be the foundation for your pancakes.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. It’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy — overmixing can make your pancakes tough.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a warm oven while you finish the rest. This keeps them nice and toasty — a trick I learned from many family brunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International