Old-Fashioned Pancakes (Fluffy From-Scratch Pancakes)
These Old-Fashioned Pancakes are light, fluffy, and made completely from scratch with simple pantry staples—just like grandma used to make. They cook up golden on the outside and soft + tender inside, making them perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast or a quick weekday treat.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup milk
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for cooking)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but recommended)
Instructions
1) Mix dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
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flour
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sugar
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baking powder
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salt
2) Combine wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk until smooth:
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milk
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egg
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melted butter
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vanilla (if using)
3) Make the batter
Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until combined.
✅ A few lumps are normal—don’t overmix.
4) Cook pancakes
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter.
Pour about 1/4 cup batter per pancake.
5) Flip & finish
Cook until bubbles appear and edges look set (about 2 minutes).
Flip and cook 1–2 minutes more until golden brown.
6) Serve
Serve warm with:
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butter + maple syrup
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honey
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strawberries or blueberries
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whipped cream
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powdered sugar
Notes
✅ Don’t overmix
Overmixing makes pancakes dense. Stir until the flour disappears.
✅ Let batter rest (5 minutes)
This makes them fluffier.
✅ Medium heat is best
High heat burns outside before the inside cooks.
✅ Flip only once
Flip when bubbles appear and the edges look dry.
✅ Keep warm for serving
Place cooked pancakes on a baking sheet in a 200°F (95°C) oven while you finish cooking.