Description
These Perfect Fluffy Pancakes are light, airy, and easy to make with simple ingredients. The combination of buttermilk and whipped egg whites creates an incredibly tender texture, while the careful folding technique ensures maximum fluffiness. Ideal for a hearty breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are cooked on the stovetop for a golden exterior and soft center.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 250 milliliters Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Dry Ingredients
- 200 grams All-Purpose Flour
- 30 grams Corn Starch
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 2 teaspoons Caster Sugar
For Cooking
- 1 splash Cooking Oil (for greasing pan)
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and 250 milliliters buttermilk until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: Sift into the wet mixture 200 grams all-purpose flour, 30 grams corn starch, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to ensure no lumps and even distribution.
- Prepare Egg Whites: In a separate clean bowl, use a mixer on high speed to whisk the egg whites with 2 teaspoons caster sugar until stiff peaks form, creating a light meringue.
- Fold Egg Whites: Gently fold the egg white meringue into the batter using a spatula, carefully combining without deflating the mixture to maintain fluffiness.
- Preheat Pan: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat and grease it lightly with a splash of cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/2 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake, cover with a lid, and cook for about 2 minutes until bubbles form and edges begin to set.
- Flip Pancakes: Carefully flip the pancake and cook for another 2 minutes covered, until golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
- Serve: Transfer pancakes onto a serving plate and repeat with remaining batter. Serve warm with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Whisking egg whites separately and folding gently is the key to achieving fluffy pancakes.
- Using buttermilk adds moisture and a slight tang that enhances flavor.
- Cook over medium-low heat to avoid burning and ensure pancakes cook evenly inside.
- You can substitute caster sugar with granulated sugar if unavailable.
- Serve with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or butter for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: fluffy pancakes, easy pancake recipe, breakfast pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, homemade pancakes
