Let’s walk through the steps to make your pancakes. This recipe is easy and friendly for both beginners and experienced cooks alike.
Step 1: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, honey, and egg. Give it a good whisk until it’s nicely blended. Then, add the cultured buttermilk and the vanilla extract. Whisk again until everything is smooth.
Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. This step ensures that ingredients are evenly distributed, so you get consistent flavor in every bite.
Step 3: Mix Wet and Dry
Pour the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps. Overmixing can lead to tough pancakes.
Step 4: Preheat The Pan
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. You want it hot enough that a few drops of water sizzle, but not so hot that you burn your pancakes.
Step 5: Cook the Pancakes
Ladle a generous amount of batter onto the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip gently with a spatula and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 6: Serve It Up!
Transfer your pancakes to a plate. You can keep them warm in the oven on a low setting while you finish cooking the rest. Now, top them off with your choice of maple syrup, fruits, or whipped cream.
Notes
Use a Measuring Cup: This ensures uniform pancake sizes. Consistent sizes help with even cooking.
Don’t Rush the Heat: Let your skillet heat gradually. If it’s too hot, the pancakes will burn on the outside and remain raw inside.
Batch Cooking: Double or triple the recipe to freeze some pancakes for quick breakfasts later in the week.
Custom Toppings: Feel free to experiment! Add chocolate chips or nuts to the batter for a fun twist.
Fluffy Factor: Separate the egg white from the yolk. Whip the egg white until soft peaks form, then fold it into the batter for ultra-fluffy pancakes.