Fluffy Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup buttermilk or unsweetened yogurt
• 1 egg (medium)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil (28g)
• 1/2 cup water or milk (118ml)
• 1 1/2 cup flour (190g)
• 2 tablespoons sugar (25g)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder 10g
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2g
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 2g
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 cup of milk (you can use powered milk mixed with water)
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Prepare the Wet Ingredients ---

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, vanilla and melted butter (or oil). If you don’t have buttermilk, see note 1.

3. 3

   --- Mix the Dry Ingredients ---

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5. 5

   --- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients ---

6. 6

   Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, gently mixing them together. Be careful not to over-mix. Some lumps are okay. see note 2

7. 7

   --- Rest the Batter ---

8. 8

   Allow the pancake batter to rest for about 5-10 minutes.

9. 9

   --- Heat the Pan or Griddle ---

10. 10

    Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.

11. 11

    --- For smooth and even surface skip the butter/oil and use a nonstick pan. ---

12. 12

    To check if the pan is ready, sprinkle a few drops of water on the surface if they sizzle and evaporate quickly, you're good to go.

13. 13

    --- Cook the Pancakes ---

14. 14

    Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.

15. 15

    Flip and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.

16. 16

    Serve Warm

17. 17

    Serve your pancakes warm with your favorite toppings like syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar.