Best 5 Grandmas Light And Fluffy Pancakes Recipes

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Looking for the perfect recipe to make light and fluffy pancakes like Grandma used to make? This article will provide you with some tips and tricks to help you create the perfect batch of pancakes. We will discuss the importance of using fresh ingredients, measuring accurately, and cooking at the right temperature. We will also provide some variations on the classic pancake recipe, so you can find the perfect pancake to suit your taste. Whether you like them plain, with butter and syrup, or topped with berries and whipped cream, this article will help you make the best pancakes you've ever tasted.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDAD'S PANCAKES



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This secret family pancake recipe was passed down from my grandfather. He fed a family of 7 (including 4 growing boys!) on these pancakes, and refused to give anyone the recipe until he finally relinquished it to my mother (his daughter-in-law) before he passed away. It is a long-standing family favorite!

Provided by Erin MacInnis

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk, at room temperature
1 egg, at room temperature
1 tablespoon oil
2 teaspoons oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; make a 'well' in the center of the flour mixture. Pour milk, eggs, and 1 tablespoon oil into the well. Mix until well moistened.
  • Place a griddle over medium-high heat; sprinkle a few drops of water onto the griddle. If the droplets bounce, the griddle is ready; add 2 teaspoons oil.
  • Spoon batter onto the griddle; cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, 3 to 5 more minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 554.2 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

LIGHT AND FLUFFY PANCAKES



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From the "Best Recipe" cookbook by America's Test Kitchen. Fabulous pancakes like the ones in restaurants! Perfect basic recipe for embellishing

Provided by daaynish

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 2 pancakes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 large egg
3 tablespoons melted butter
2 cups flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk milk and lemon juice in a medium bowl and set aside to let thicken.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk dry ingredients together - flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt.
  • Whisk the egg and melted butter into the milk mixture.
  • Create a little "well" in the center of dry ingredient bowl and pour the milky mixture in the center.
  • Whisk gently until just combined, there should still be lumps.
  • Heat a pan or griddle to medium heat and coat with butter or vegetable oil.
  • Pour pancake mixture by 1/4 cups and heat until large bubbles come to the top (about 1-2 minutes).
  • Flip the pancake and wait another 1-2 minutes.

GRANDMA'S BASIC PANCAKES



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Make and share this Grandma's Basic Pancakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FabulousMissV

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 10 pancakes, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1 egg, well-beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter, Melted
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine dry ingredients together. Beat egg into milk and add to dry ingredients. Melt then cool the butter so you are not adding to your pancake mixture hot! Finish batter by stirring in vanilla.
  • Cook on a HOT griddle (around 400 degrees).
  • Enjoy!

GRANDMA'S BUTTERMILK PANCAKES



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"I always knew my grandmother's buttermilk pancakes were special," says Christopher Hirsheimer. "I loved them, and I loved to help her in the kitchen. My first job was to separate the eggs for her. Then I'd whip up the whites into thick, billowy mounds. Finally, she would start heating the griddle and would test it by flicking water on it, and when little beads danced across the hot metal, it was time to begin. Standing at her post at the stove, she flipped batch after batch until our big hungry family was fed."

Provided by Canal House

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs, separated
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons melted butter, plus more butter for serving
1 cup cake flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
vegetable oil
Maple syrup, for serving

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a cast-iron pan or griddle with vegetable oil, wiping off excess with a paper towel. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks into the buttermilk, then whisk in the butter. In another bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then sift these dry ingredients into the buttermilk mixture. Lightly whisk together until the batter is just mixed (a few lumps won't hurt). In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with a whisk until soft peaks form. Use a rubber spatula to fold them into the batter. Don't overwork the batter; keep it light and fluffy.
  • Heat the griddle over medium-high heat until hot. (To test, flick a bit of water onto the pan; it'll bead up and dance if it's hot enough.) Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle. Cook until little holes appear on the surface and the cooked side of the pancake is golden brown (lift the edge to check), about 1 minute on each side. Don't worry if the first one or two don't turn out well-that's normal. Continue making pancakes, regreasing the pan as needed. Stack pancakes on a plate, slather generously with butter, and pour on a few good glugs of real maple syrup. Makes 4 batches of 3 pancakes (4" in diameter).

FLUFFY PANCAKES



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This is the best fluffy pancakes recipe according to my family. They are quick and easy to prepare, but we still consider these homemade pancakes a special treat. -Eugene Presley, Council, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup shortening or butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine egg, milk and shortening; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles form on top of pancakes; cook until the second side is golden brown.

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Tips:

  • Use buttermilk or yogurt for a tangy flavor and light texture. If you don't have buttermilk or yogurt on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the pancakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking. This will allow the gluten in the flour to relax, which will make the pancakes more tender.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat. If the heat is too high, the pancakes will burn on the outside before they are cooked through on the inside.
  • Flip the pancakes only once. Flipping the pancakes too often will make them tough.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings. Pancakes are best enjoyed fresh off the griddle.

Conclusion:

These light and fluffy pancakes are the perfect way to start your day. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them plain, with butter and syrup, or topped with fruit or whipped cream, these pancakes are sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy breakfast, give these light and fluffy pancakes a try.

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