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Best Fluffy Griddle Cakes / Pancakes Recipe

These Easy Griddle Cakes (Griddle Pancakes) are light and fluffy – a classic breakfast food that calls for a few simple ingredients. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for cooking the batter on an electric griddle. You can serve them with maple syrup, jam, or fruits for a delicious meal!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time11 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Griddle Cakes
Servings: 12
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Serving Ideas (Optional)

  • Maple syrup
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • Fresh fruit

Instructions

Prepare the Batter

  • Preheat an electric griddle to 375 F (medium-high) heat.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar.
  • In another medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until just barely combined. Then whisk in the melted butter until smooth.

Cook the Griddle Cakes

  • Test the griddle is hot enough: a few droplets of water should dance on the surface and disappear within a second or two.
  • Pour batter onto the hot surface in 1/4 cup amounts per griddle cake using a ΒΌ cup measuring cup, spaced 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  • Let the pancakes cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the pancakes are golden brown underneath, about one minute.
  • Flip the pancakes and cook on the other side until golden, about for 30 to 60 seconds. (If in doubt, check the center of one cake is cooked through.)
  • Remove to a wire rack until serving. Enjoy with optional maple syrup or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 145mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg