American pancakes have been an iconic breakfast since colonial times, evolving with chemical yeast in the 19th century to achieve a spongy texture. They are served in diners and family Sundays with maple syrup. Their simplicity made them one of the most replicated breakfasts in the world.
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Fluffy American pancakes
Homemade fluffy American pancakes with maple syrup and vanilla.
- USA
- Breakfast
- Light
- easy
- gluten
10 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 385 kcal
- Protein 10 g
- Fiber 2 g
- Carbohydrates 52 g
- Fat 16 g
- Sodium 420 mg
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Preparation
Fluffy American pancakes are a preparation from the United States with easy difficulty. Reserve about 25 minutes in total (10 for mise en place and preparation, 15 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 250 g of wheat flour.
- Have ready: 2 large eggs.
- Have ready: 300 ml of whole milk.
- Have ready: 40 g of sugar.
- Have ready: 40 g of melted butter.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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mix flour
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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beat eggs
Beat eggs, milk, melted butter and vanilla; Add to the dry ingredients without over-beating.
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Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat with a little butter.
Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat with a little butter.
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Pour portions of dough and cook for 2 minutes until bubbles in…
Pour portions of dough and cook for 2 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface. The dough should be smooth and elastic; If it breaks when stretched, add liquid one at a time.
The dough should be smooth and elastic; If it breaks when stretched, add liquid one at a time
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Flip and cook 1 more minute until golden on both sides.
Flip and cook 1 more minute until browned on both sides. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later
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Serve hot with maple syrup and fresh cranberries
Serve hot with maple syrup and fresh cranberries.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Add chocolate chips to the dough for an indulgent version.
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