Quick & Easy Fluffy Pancakes
These fluffy pancakes are the perfect blend of convenience and homemade goodness. Inspired by my childhood experiences with pancake mixes, I decided to skip the pre-packaged options and create a recipe that is just as quick yet allows you to enjoy fresh ingredients like self-rising flour and milk straight from your kitchen. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a delicious breakfast that delights both little ones and grown-ups alike. The recipe even invites creativity with fun shapes and designs, making breakfast a joyful experience for the whole family.
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Servings
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Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
self-rising flour
1 1/2 cups (none)
sugar
1 tablespoon (none)
vegetable oil
3 tablespoons (none)
large egg
1 (none)
milk
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of self-rising flour and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Create a well in the center.
2
Add 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 1 large egg, and 1 cup of milk into the well, then whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
3
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the skillet with vegetable shortening or a small amount of oil.
4
To ensure the skillet is at the right temperature, test it with a small dollop of batter. If it gently puffs after 30 seconds, the skillet is ready. Discard the test piece.
5
Pour about 1/2 cup of batter into the skillet for each pancake. Keep an eye on temperature to avoid burning the outside while the inside remains uncooked.
6
Cook until you see bubbles forming on the surface, and the underneath is a golden brown. Carefully flip the pancake and cook until the other side is also golden brown.
7
Get creative! Use pancake batter to form your children's initials in thick block letters, or drizzle a design onto the heated skillet before pouring the batter over it. The design will appear on the surface after flipping, adding a fun touch to breakfast.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main ingredients for these Quick & Easy Fluffy Pancakes?
The recipe requires self-rising flour, sugar, vegetable oil, one large egg, and milk.
Can I use all-purpose flour instead of self-rising flour?
This recipe specifically calls for 1 1/2 cups of self-rising flour to ensure the pancakes are fluffy without needing extra leavening agents.
How much milk is needed for the batter?
You will need 1 cup of milk for this pancake recipe.
What type of oil should I use?
The recipe recommends using 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the batter.
How do I prepare the dry ingredients?
In a mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour and sugar, then create a well in the center for the wet ingredients.
Is there sugar in these pancakes?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 tablespoon of sugar to add a hint of sweetness.
How many eggs are required?
You only need 1 large egg for this recipe.
What is the first step in mixing the batter?
Combine the flour and sugar, create a well, then add the oil, egg, and milk into that well.
Should the batter have lumps?
No, you should whisk the ingredients until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
What type of pan is best for cooking these pancakes?
A non-stick skillet is recommended for the best results.
How do I preheat the skillet?
Preheat the non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with vegetable shortening or a small amount of oil.
How can I tell if the skillet is at the right temperature?
Test it with a small dollop of batter. If it gently puffs after 30 seconds, the skillet is ready.
How much batter should I use for each pancake?
Pour about 1/2 cup of batter into the skillet for each individual pancake.
When is it time to flip the pancake?
Flip the pancake when you see bubbles forming on the surface and the underneath has turned a golden brown.
What should I do if the outside of the pancake is burning but the inside is raw?
Keep a close eye on the temperature and lower the heat to ensure the inside cooks through without burning the exterior.
How do I make the other side golden brown?
After flipping, continue to cook until the second side matches the golden brown color of the first side.
Can I make fun shapes or designs with this batter?
Yes, you can use the batter to form initials or drizzle designs onto the heated skillet before pouring more batter over them.
Are these pancakes suitable for children?
Absolutely! This recipe is described as kid-friendly and a joyful experience for the whole family.
How many ingredients are in this recipe total?
There are 5 main ingredients: self-rising flour, sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and milk.
Is this recipe faster than using a pre-packaged mix?
The recipe is designed to be just as quick as a mix while using fresh ingredients from your kitchen.
What was the inspiration for this recipe?
The recipe was inspired by childhood experiences with pancake mixes, modified to use fresh kitchen staples.
Can I use butter instead of vegetable shortening to grease the pan?
The recipe suggests vegetable shortening or oil, but butter is a common alternative for greasing skillets.
What makes these pancakes fluffy?
The use of self-rising flour is the key factor in achieving a fluffy texture.
Should I discard the test piece of batter?
Yes, the instructions suggest discarding the small test piece used to check the skillet temperature.
What heat setting should I use?
The skillet should be heated over medium heat.
Is this recipe considered a breakfast food?
Yes, it is tagged as a breakfast and family breakfast recipe.
How do I create a design that appears on the surface?
Drizzle your design onto the heated skillet first, then pour the rest of the pancake batter over it.
Does the recipe include nutritional information like calories or fat?
No, the specific nutritional values like calories, fat, and protein are not provided in this raw data.
Is there any salt in this recipe?
While salt is not listed as a separate ingredient, self-rising flour typically contains salt.
How long does it take for the test dollop to puff?
The test dollop should puff after approximately 30 seconds if the pan is ready.