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If you've spent a little time around the blog, you'll know that I'm all about smart shortcuts. I'm not ashamed to use cake mix from a box or use creamed soups from cans. As long as I'm creating something delicious my family can enjoy, it's all good. With pancakes, however, I whistle a bit of a different tune.
I've had pancakes from a box, the freezer section and I've made them from scratch. Homemade Perfect Pancakes are by far the most delicious. The pancake recipe I'm sharing today is tried and true.
It includes a bit of a secret ingredient that produces the thickest, fluffiest pancakes you've ever had. Any ideas? I won't keep you in suspense. It's vinegar. Have you ever had pancakes with vinegar in them? No? Well, you must, because that's the secret to the thickness. So, you're wondering, can you taste the vinegar? NOT AT ALL. You won't even taste a trace in the pancakes. Magic? Maybe.
The vinegar is mixed with milk to create a mixture similar to buttermilk. I mean, just take a look at this stack of perfection. Holy moly. I fit that whole forkful in my mouth. I did. TMI, I know.
So, it's settled then, you're going to try these, right? I guarantee that your family will love them as much as we do. Get that syrup ready because these babies are so thick and fluffy they'll be able to soak that syrup up by the spoonful. YUM!!
Perfect Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- ¾ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons distilled vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- pinch of cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the milk and vinegar and let sit for 10 minutes.
- In a separate, larger bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients.
- Add the egg, vanilla and butter to the milk and vinegar mixture and mix together.
- Pour this mixture into the larger bowl with the dry ingredients and whisk until lumps are gone - but don't over mix.
- Let the pancake batter sit for 10 minutes.
- Heat an electric skillet to 375 degrees.
- Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Scoop ½ cup of the batter out of the bowl and pour onto the skillet.
- Allow to cook until bubbles are visible on the top of the pancake.
- Flip and brown the other side until cooked through.
- Serve with syrup and fresh fruit if desired.
Notes
- Recipe makes about 5 large, thick pancakes.
Kacey @ The Cookie Writer
Ohhhh, your first breakfast recipe looks amazing! Perfect pancakes indeed! I also do not post many breakfast recipes (I prefer going to our local breakfast spot and having it made for me, haha!)
Sara
Ha! Well, I'm glad I'm not the only one, Kacey!!
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet
Oooh, those DO look super duper perfect! Delicious!
Sara
Thanks, Kimberly!
Gerry @ Foodness Gracious
Perfect pancakes indeed!!
Amanda | The Chunky Chef
Pancakes are such great comfort food... yours look so good!!
Sara
Wow, I would have never thought to use vinegar, I'm going to try it next time!
Sara
It makes such a difference!
Kristyn
Yum! Can't wait to try this recipe! 🙂
Sara
Your family will love it, Kristyn!
Stéphane
Tried and approved by three young (70 years together) Belgians this morning.
Thank you !!!
Sara
Oh, I'm so glad you enjoyed them!! You are so welcome!
Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen
I just ate lunch, but right now all I'm thinking is how badly I want these pancakes! We might be having breakfast for dinner. 🙂
Sara
Pancakes are good any time of the day!