Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 500ml / 2¼ cups whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 50g / 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
Dry Ingredients
- 315g / 2 ¼ cups plain white flour or whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla bean paste until smooth. Gradually add half of the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Then add the remaining flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder and stir well until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
- Add Butter and Rest: Melt the butter in a microwave-safe container and drizzle it over the pancake batter. Mix thoroughly to combine. Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes, which helps the pancakes become tender and fluffy.
- Heat Pan and Add Oil: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil and spread it evenly across the surface using a paper towel or brush to ensure an even coating.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour a ladleful of batter into the center of the pan, letting it spread out naturally into a round shape. Cook for approximately 3 minutes or until the edges look set and dry, and most bubbles on the surface have popped.
- Flip and Finish: Flip the pancake carefully and cook for another 2 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cooked pancake and keep warm.
- Repeat Cooking: Continue cooking the remaining batter in batches, adding more oil to the pan every 2 to 3 pancakes to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Notes
- For a fluffier texture, ensure the batter rests for at least 10 minutes before cooking.
- You can substitute plain white flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Optional toppings include maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or nuts.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain even heat distribution and pancake shape.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent pancakes from sticking and breaking.
- Adjust cooking heat as needed to avoid burning pancakes before they are cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
