Pancakes are a breakfast and brunch staple, and there are few things better than a stack of fluffy, golden brown pancakes with your favorite toppings. Whether you like them simple with butter and syrup, or prefer to load them up with fruit, chocolate chips, or whipped cream, the perfect pancake is a delicious and satisfying meal. But what makes a perfect pancake? Is it the size, the thickness, the texture, or the flavor? In this article, we'll reveal the secrets to cooking the perfect plate size pancakes, so you can enjoy a delicious breakfast or brunch every time.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PERFECT, PLATE-SIZE PANCAKES
These pancakes are thick and fluffy, and the center stays moist and tender. After a lot of attempts to find a perfect pancake recipe, I made this one up, and have been so happy with the results!
Provided by anaisfern
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda) together in good sized bowl.
- Measure out milk and mix in lemon or lime juice.
- Let it sit a few moments.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients.
- Pour in the milk, oil, egg and vanilla.
- Whisk all the ingredients together until the batter is fairly smooth; there should only be a few small lumps.
- Melt enough butter in the bottom of a frying pan to coat it evenly; after it has melted, wipe out any excess with a paper towel or napkin.
- The pan should be over medium heat.
- Once the pan is heated, pour about 1/2 cup batter in (or, adjust to fit the size of the pan).
- Allow the pancake to cook several minutes, until the edges are cooked and there are bubbles appearing and bursting in the middle of the cake.
- Flip the pancake, and allow to cook about 2 minutes on the raw side.
- After a minute or two on this side, the cake will raise up and become thicker.
- Once this happens, only cook the cake another minute or so, until the pan-side is nicely golden.
- If the bottoms of the cakes are browning too fast, before there are bubbles in the middle or the second side can rise, then turn the heat down on the stove.
- If the opposite problem is occuring, increase the heat.
- After a couple, it'll be just right!
- This recipe makes 6 enormous pancakes; I would imagine that, made a more normal size, it would yield about 12.
PERFECT PANCAKES RECIPE
An easy pancake batter recipe with tips on how to make the best pancakes every time with sweet or savoury toppings
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper, Buffet, Snack, Brunch, Dessert
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put 100g plain flour and a pinch of salt into a large mixing bowl.
- Make a well in the centre and crack 2 eggs into the middle.
- Pour in about 50ml from the 300ml of semi-skimmed milk and 1 tbsp sunflower oil then start whisking from the centre, gradually drawing the flour into the eggs, milk and oil. Once all the flour is incorporated, beat until you have a smooth, thick paste. Add a little more milk if it is too stiff to beat.
- Add a good splash of milk and whisk to loosen the thick batter. While still whisking, pour in a steady stream of the remaining milk. Continue pouring and whisking until you have a batter that is the consistency of slightly thick single cream.
- Heat the pan over a moderate heat, then wipe it with oiled kitchen paper.
- Ladle some batter into the pan, tilting the pan to move the mixture around for a thin and even layer. Quickly pour any excess batter into the mixing bowl, return the pan to the heat.
- Leave to cook, undisturbed, for about 30 secs. If the pan is the right temperature, the pancake should turn golden underneath after about 30 secs and will be ready to turn.
- Hold the pan handle, ease a palette knife under the pancake, then quickly lift and flip it over. Make sure the pancake is lying flat against the base of the pan with no folds, then cook for another 30 secs before turning out onto a warm plate.
- Continue with the rest of the batter, serving them as you cook or stack onto a plate. You can freeze the pancakes for 1 month, wrapped in cling film or make them up to a day ahead.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
SHEET PAN PANCAKES
Pancakes in the oven? They're all done at the same time on a sheet pan!
Provided by Houstonchef
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Generously spray a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Mix pancake mix, milk, and eggs together in a large bowl; let sit for 5 minutes. Pour into the prepared sheet pan. Top with strawberries and blueberries.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the center of the pancake is springy to the touch and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.2 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1027 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
FLUFFY PANCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: flour, baking powder, milk, butter, egg yolks, egg whites, maple syrup
Provided by Frank Tiu
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Yield 4 pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together the flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, add the butter, milk, and egg yolks, stirring to combine.
- In a third bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir with rubber spatula until just combined. Add the beaten egg whites and gently fold to combine.
- Heat an 8-inch (20cm) nonstick skillet over low heat. Pour 1 ½ cups of pancake batter into the skillet, smooth out the top, then cover with a lid. Cook until golden brown on the bottom and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer the pancake to a plate and repeat, making 3 more pancakes with the remaining batter.
- Serve with maple syrup.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1102 calories, Carbohydrate 123 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 12 grams
FLUFFY PANCAKES
Fluffy American-style pancakes are a blank canvas for toppings like blueberries and bacon - great for breakfast in bed. Why not get the kids to help?
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If serving with pancetta, heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Line a baking tray with baking parchment and lay on the pancetta in a single layer. Put another piece of parchment on top, followed by a second baking tray, and bake for 12-15 mins until crisp.
- To make the pancakes, get a little helper to weigh out and tip the flour, baking powder and sugar into a large bowl with a small pinch of salt. Crack in the eggs and whisk until smooth. Add the maple syrup and milk while whisking.
- Heat a splash of oil and a small knob of butter in a non-stick frying pan until sizzling. Add spoonfuls of batter to make pancakes the size you like, we made 20cm pancakes for a serving size of one per person, or if you are very hungry, two per person. Cook until bubbles start to form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side. Eat straight away or keep warm in a low oven while you cook another batch. Serve pancakes with pancetta or blueberries, drizzled with extra maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 43 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
Tips for Perfect Plate-Sized Pancakes:
- Use the right pan: A non-stick skillet or griddle with a flat surface and even heat distribution is ideal for cooking pancakes. If you don't have a non-stick pan, grease the pan with butter or cooking spray before pouring the batter.
- Heat the pan over medium heat: The pan should be hot enough to cook the pancakes through without burning them. If the pan is too hot, the pancakes will brown too quickly and be raw in the middle. If the pan is not hot enough, the pancakes will be soggy and undercooked.
- Use the right amount of batter: A good rule of thumb is to use about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. This will make pancakes that are about 4 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
- Pour the batter onto the hot pan: Use a ladle or measuring cup to pour the batter onto the hot pan. Pour the batter in a circular motion to create a round pancake.
- Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes per side: Cook the pancakes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to brown. Then, flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the pancakes are cooked through.
- Serve the pancakes immediately: Pancakes are best served hot off the griddle. Serve them with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
Making perfect plate-sized pancakes is easy with the right tools and techniques. By following these tips, you can make delicious, fluffy pancakes that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Experiment with different toppings and recipes to find your favorite way to enjoy pancakes. With a little practice, you'll be able to make perfect pancakes every time.
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