There is nothing better than a stack of pancakes topped with maple syrup in the morning, is there?! Yum! Over the years, we’ve made a lot of pancakes with that boxed mix you get in the store. But I realized that it’s not only cheaper to make your own, but they also taste way better when you make the mix yourself. Hopefully last month, you were able to check out our pancake mix recipe. Now it’s time to talk about how to turn that homemade pancake mix, into fluffy pancakes!
Making your own fluffy pancakes from scratch is way easier than you think. I tend to make a fresh batch of pancake mix every 3-4 weeks so it’s always ready for our weekend pancake breakfasts. Similar to the boxed mix, you only need to add eggs, milk, vanilla and butter. And you’ll know exactly what’s in them and don’t have to worry about any funny ingredients that you can’t pronounce and have to google to make sure it’s safe to give to your family (don’t you just hate those strange ingredients?).
For this recipe, I use whole milk. If you prefer buttermilk, you can use that as well! It does give the pancakes a totally different flavor so it’s a matter of preference. If you are unable to drink milk, you can also substitute it for almond milk or any other milk substitute without any issues. I’ve made these with almond milk a few times and they are just as yummy.
You can make these pancakes in a regular pan on the stove. We had a griddle for years that recently died on us but a couple of weeks ago, I found the most incredible electric griddle. It’s extra large and super light and thin – so it stores nicely. It’s easy to clean, has a no mess drip tray and comes in a variety of colors to match just about anyone’s kitchen. We’ve made pancakes, eggs and quesadillas on it already. I love it!
What I love about pancakes the most is that you can make them your own. Love chocolate chips or blueberries? Add those to the batter. Love them topped with maple syrup and powdered sugar, go for it. You can top with fresh berries or whipped cream. Love french toast? Put in a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg and you have french toast pancakes!
Want to go all out? Add a very ripe banana and walnuts to the batter and you have banana bread walnuts. YUM! You can even make a fun face out of fruit and whipped cream like they do in the restaurants.
The possibilities are endless for these yummy, fluffy pancakes!
Now, I’m excited to share the recipe for our easy, fluffy pancakes with you. If you do make them, I’d love for you to share a photo and tag us on social media or comment below and let me know what you think. We love feedback from our readers!
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Easy Fluffy Pancakes Recipe
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Easy Fluffy Pancakes
- Yield: 8 pancakes 1x
Description
Fluffy homemade pancakes have never been easier. Just take our pancake mix, add a few ingredients and voila!
Ingredients
- 2 cups pancake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your griddle or pan over medium-high heat. You should use oil, butter or spray to grease it lightly if it’s not a non-stick pan.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour approximately 1/3 cup batter onto your griddle or pan. When bubbles start to pop on the top, flip and let sit for 4-5 minutes (or until golden brown). If you find they are starting to burn, turn the heat down a bit.
- Serve warm and top with syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruit or whipped cream.
Notes
You can also add blueberries or chocolate chips to the batter if you’d like!
Keywords: pancakes, fluffy, breakfast
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christine
September 4, 2020Added this post to my bookmarks too good! Thanks for the instructions, its always a hit and miss with me when it comes down to pancakes!! LOVE LOVE the photos well done xxxx
Marie Phillips
August 18, 2020I have been making homemade pancakes from scratch for most of my adult life. Once you are used to it, it is really easy. And so easy to tweak the recipe to make them more or less fluffy, depending on your preference!
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Amanda
August 18, 2020These look perfect for a lazy Sunday morning!
Kristine Nicole Alessandra
August 18, 2020I have always used boxed pancake mix but I think your recipe for pancake batter is better. Your pancakes look so fluffy and delicious. I will make this for breakfast tomorrow and will add some chocolate chips too.
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Pati Robins
August 18, 2020they do look so tasty! and i might actually do these with my teen over the weekend x will let you know how they turned out
Sharon
August 18, 2020These pancakes are what I’m looking forward to this weekend! I’m going to make a big stack with lots of syrup.
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Toni Dash
August 18, 2020This is such a perfect day starter!! My kids loved it!
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Erin
August 18, 2020YUM! These pancakes look so fluffy and delicious! There are so many things I love to top pancakes with!
Melanie williams
August 18, 2020Stop making me hungry these pancakes look super yummy and I bet that they taste great x
Nkem
August 18, 2020Your pancakes look amazing. I tried to make some yesterday with oat flour but they didn’t turn out very fluffy. I’ll try your technique next time.
Lisa
August 18, 2020You had me at fluffy pancakes! I can’t wait to try this one out for the family.
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Gervin Khan
August 18, 2020These pancakes looks fancy, I wish I can also do that. Whenever I try making diy dishes, it always messes up. But anyways, I’m gonna try this recipe! Looks good!
Catalina
August 18, 2020Pancakes are my favorite breakfast! Love how fluffy are these pancakes! Deliciousness!
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Lucy Clarke
August 18, 2020Always love fluffy pancakes! And that mix is homemade? Wow. The banana and walnut suggestion is something I would surely try. Thank you!
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Natalie
August 18, 2020These look amazing. We absolutely love pancakes in our house.
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Emily
August 18, 2020these look really fluffy. im curious to try this recipe, they look tasty.
Lyanna Soria
August 18, 2020Wow I love how fluffy and delicious this pancake looks and I bet my kids would love trying this out. Thanks for Sharing!
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Ashley
August 18, 2020I love pancakes but for some reason I have a hard time making them! I am going to try this recipe out this wknd!!!
The Joyous Living
August 17, 2020i think i need to invest in a griddle to make some of my favorite pancakes! i am always seeing people cook with their griddles and it looks so much better then my fry pan.
Paula Richie
August 17, 2020I have not made pancakes in a very long time and now you have me craving them. Going to try this fluffy recipe once my fast is over.
Flossie McCowald
August 17, 2020Cool. I’ll admit, I clicked over to look at your recipe – it looks very similar to my grandmama’s “Master Mix” recipe that she used to make. I haven’t made any in ages, but then again I haven’t been eating as many pancakes of late LOL!
Sherry
August 17, 2020I don’t think I have ever made pancakes from scratch. I have been missing out. I think this will be breakfast this weekend.
Celebrate Woman Today
August 17, 2020These pancakes look fab! Though I have my own tried-and-tested pancake recipe from scratch, I would like to give your recipe a try. I do have a pancake mix box in the pantry, so it would be a great way to try it.
Heather
August 17, 2020These aren’t made with a pancake mix in a box. This is all homemade 🙂
Matt Taylor
August 17, 2020Yummy! You can never go wrong with pancakes especially when they are easy and fluffy! Great recipe!
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JP
August 17, 2020Looks yummy! I’ve been making a lot of pancakes lately. My kids love this kind of pancake while my wife wants me to make the Japanese type of pancake.
MELANIE EDJOURIAN
August 17, 2020My children love homemade pancakes. Mine are much larger and fill a medium frying pan. I wonder what they’d think of these. I must try them out!!!
Nadalie Bardo
August 17, 2020It has been way too long since I’ve made pancakes! I cannot wait to dust off the griddle!
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jenna
August 17, 2020They look incredible!! I can never get mine to look so perfect. I know what I’m making tomorrow 🙂
Lisa Favre
August 17, 2020I have a major weakness for pancakes and these look divine! I definitely need to try out your recipe!
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TARA PITTMAN
August 17, 2020My boys love pancakes. I need to try this recipe for dinner.
Angie Agerter
August 17, 2020Yummy! I love the idea of premaking your own pancake mix. I didn’t even think of that. We just had pancakes last night for dinner, which is rare for me because I am not a huge breakfast fan.
Brianne
August 17, 2020Yummo! Nothing beats really good pancakes in the morning. My kids are going to love these!
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Cas Mac
August 17, 2020When I saw these on your IG feed I instantly came over! Love pancakes, made them homemade for the family this weekend. Quick tip, all buttermilk rather that regular milk and also add cinnamon and sugar to your syrup and warm it up for a few seconds. You’ll fall in love with it 🥰!
Heather
August 17, 2020100% trying that this week! Thanks for the recommendation!