Fluffy Pancakes Recipe (Light, Airy & Perfect Every Time)

These fluffy pancakes are soft, airy, and stack beautifully—just like your favorite diner-style breakfast. Made with simple ingredients and a few pro tips, they’re golden on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside. Perfect with butter, maple syrup, or fresh fruit!

Ingredients

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3½ tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1¼ cups milk
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp melted butter (plus more for cooking)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla (if using).
3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix! A few lumps are okay.
4. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease with a little butter. Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and fluffy.
5. Stack and serve with butter, syrup, berries, or powdered sugar.