🥞 The Best Homemade Pancakes Recipe — Easy, Fluffy, and Delicious
⏱ Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 15 mins | Serves: 4 | Level: Easy
Nothing beats the aroma of freshly made pancakes in the morning — warm, fluffy, and slightly golden on the edges. If you’ve ever wanted to master the best homemade pancakes recipe, this is your perfect guide. It’s easy, fast, and foolproof — even if you’re a beginner in the kitchen!
🧁 Why You’ll Love This Pancake Recipe
✅ Made with simple ingredients you already have at home.
✅ Soft and fluffy texture every time.
✅ Easily customizable for both sweet and savory versions.
✅ Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert.
Unlike pre-made mixes, this recipe gives you full control over the flavor and consistency. You’ll taste the difference — fresh, light, and comforting.
🧂 Ingredients for the Best Homemade Pancakes recipe
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
½ cup milk
½ cup water
2 tablespoons melted butter
¼ teaspoon salt
🥣 Kitchen Utensils You’ll Need
Preparing the smooth pancake batter step by step
Before we start, make sure you have:
Bowls
Whisk
Griddle or pan
Spatula
💡 Pro Tip: If you don’t have a whisk, a fork can do the job perfectly. For nonstick pans, a light brush of oil or butter works wonders.
👩🍳 Directions — Step by Step
1️⃣ Prepare the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and eggs. Gradually add the milk and water, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth. Add the salt and melted butter, and whisk again until fully combined.
🍯 Optional: Add 1 tablespoon of sugar or a few drops of vanilla extract for a sweet version.
2️⃣ Heat and Cook
Preheat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil. Pour about ¼ cup of batter and tilt the pan in a circular motion so the batter spreads evenly.
Cook for about 2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden. Flip gently with a spatula and cook for another minute on the other side.
Repeat with the remaining batter.
3️⃣ Serve and Enjoy
Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings — honey, maple syrup, chocolate, or fresh fruits.
🫐 Try adding blueberries or sliced bananas on top for an extra burst of flavor!
Pancake cooking to golden perfection
🌟 Tips for Perfect Pancake Recipe
Here are the secrets to getting restaurant-quality pancakes every single time:
🕒 Let the batter rest for at least 10–15 minutes before cooking — this allows the gluten to relax and creates smoother pancakes.
🥛 Adjust the texture: For thicker pancakes, add more flour. For thinner ones, add a bit more milk.
🍬 Add flavor: A pinch of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla extract can make all the difference.
🍳 Control heat: If the pan is too hot, pancakes will brown outside before cooking inside. Medium heat is best.
