fluffy pancakes for two

thick, fluffy pancakes for two. tall, golden rounds with crisp edges that give way to centres soft enough to melt in your mouth. stack them high, pour yourself a cup of coffee, pull the curtains back to let in some light. a recipe simple enough for weekday mornings but special enough for someone you love ⋆˙⊹♡

why you will love these fluffy american pancakes for two

• easy small batch recipe – this quick pancakes for two recipe makes two perfect small pancake stacks – 4 pancakes each for two people. it’s also easy enough to make as a quick breakfast, even on weekday mornings.

• simple ingredients – to make these pancakes for two simple, this recipe uses ingredients that you would usually already have at home. most american style pancake recipes use buttermilk, which is not readily available to everyone.

• the perfect balance of tender and fluffy – these pancakes are thick, tender, fluffy and light. not too sweet, but still sweet enough that you can have them on their own or enjoy with toppings.

learn how to make pancakes for two people

to make these easy homemade pancakes for two from scratch, we’re going to start off by whisking together an egg and sugar in a bowl until combined. then, add some oil, milk, vanilla extract and thick yoghurt. whisk all of this together until combined.

in another bowl, add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. mix all of this together and add it to the wet ingredients. whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined and somewhat smooth. it’s okay if there are some lumps. let the pancake batter rest for about 5 minutes and then heat up a pan over low-medium heat. add some batter to the pan and cook, then flip the pancake and cook again.

repeat with the rest of the pancakes, then serve with your favourite pancake toppings and we’re done!

pancakes for two ingredients

• egg – we’re just going to be using 1 large egg for this small batch pancakes recipe.

• granulated sugar – to make this small batch of pancakes for two, we’re going to whisk together an egg and some granulated sugar.

• oil – i like to use oil instead of butter to make these american pancakes for two. i find that oil gives me the fluffiest pancakes over butter. use any neutral-tasting oil. you could also use butter if you would prefer that.

• vanilla extract – optional, but a splash of it will add a nice, subtle vanilla flavour to these fluffy pancakes for two.

• milk – i make these pancakes for two with milk. make sure it’s at room temperature so that it combines easily with the rest of the ingredients.

• yogurt – i like to make these pancakes for two with yogurt. use any kind of thick yogurt, like greek yogurt.

• flour – we’ll be using plain flour/all purpose flour for this american pancakes for two recipe.

• baking powder – using baking powder helps make the best fluffy pancakes for two. you’ll need baking powder to ensure that the pancakes are thick and fluffy.

• baking soda – i use just a small amount of baking soda in this pancake recipe. the baking soda reacts with the acid in the yogurt to give you a thicker, fluffier pancake.

• salt – a pinch of salt helps balance out the sweetness in these greek yogurt pancakes for two.

tools:

• large bowl – for the pancake batter

• small bowl – you’ll need to mix the dry ingredients separately in a smaller bowl first

• whisk – to mix the pancake batter

• scoop or cup or ladle – to add the pancake batter to the pan

• non stick pan – for cooking the pancakes

• spatula – for flipping the pancakes

step by step instructions

for full measurements, keep scrolling down to the recipe below.

step one: in a large bowl, crack open an egg and add the granulated sugar. whisk these together until combined.

step two: add the oil to the bowl. then add the milk, vanilla extract and the thick yogurt. again, whisk these together until combined.

step three: in another small bowl, add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. mix these together.

step four: add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. whisk these together until combined. you should have a relatively smooth batter. it’s okay if there are some small lumps, as you don’t want to over mix.

step five: let the pancake batter rest at room temperature for about five minutes.

step six: heat up a non stick pan over low-medium heat.

step seven: once the pan is ready, add 1/4 cup of pancake batter to the middle of the pan. let it cook for about 1 minute. once it starts to bubble, flip the pancake.

step eight: let the other side of the pancake cook for 1-1.5 minutes.

step nine: repeat with the rest of the pancakes.

step ten: top the pancakes with your favourite toppings and let’s eat!

tips and notes

• i would recommend using room temperature eggs, milk and yogurt when following this recipe for pancakes for two. this will just help the ingredients combine better and make things easier for you.

• combine the dry ingredients properly in a separate bowl so that the baking powder and baking soda are distributed throughout.

• once you add the flour and dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, be sure not to over mix. you want a relatively smooth batter, but it’s okay if there are some small lumps.

• be sure to let the pancake batter rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes before you start making the paNCakes. letting the batter rest will give you the most perfect, thick, fluffy pancakes for two people.

• heat up your non stick pan over low-medium heat. make sure the pan is not too hot, as the high heat will make the outside of the pancakes burn before the inside is properly cooked.

• i did not add any butter or oil to the pan before adding my pancake batter. this, and using a non stick pan, is what gets you that smooth surface on the pancake. if you’re not too bothered about this, and would like some added flavour and crispier edges on your pancakes, feel free to lightly grease the pan in between each pancake.

• to make these pancakes for two easy, i used 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. this ensures that all the pancakes are the same size and the cooking time for each pancake is the same. using 1/4 cup for each pancake makes 8 pancakes.

• remember that the time it takes to cook your pancakes will depend on their size. if you use more than 1/4 cup of batter, the pancakes will take more time to cook through.

• once you’ve added the batter to the pan, wait for the edges of the pancake to set. once bubbles start forming on the surface of the pancake, it’s time to flip.

• feel free to add any extra mix-ins to your pancakes when the pancake is in the pan before flipping it. e.g. if making chocolate chip pancakes for two, add the pancake batter to the pan, top with chocolate chips, wait for bubbles, then flip.

• use a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients. while i add both metric and cup measurements for this recipe, i always recommend using a kitchen scale to weigh out your ingredients for most accurate results.

• if you do decide to use cups, this recipe has higher than typical cup flour measurements as it bases them on scooping the flour (since this is what most people tend to do).

• cover any leftover pancake batter and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

frequently asked questions

1. how do i know when to flip the pancakes ?

   – look for bubbles on the surface of the pancake and set edges. this took me about 1 minute over low-medium heat when using 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake.

2. my pancakes aren’t fluffy – what went wrong ?

   – this is usually because of over mixing the pancake batter. be sure to gently mix the dry ingredients in and don’t worry too much if there are small lumps in the batter. you also want to make sure to let the batter rest before cooking the pancakes.

3. do i have to use vanilla extract in this pancakes for two recipe ?

   – the vanilla extract in this pancake recipe is optional. i like the subtle vanilla flavour it gives to the pancakes, but if you would prefer not to use it or don’t have it, that’s also completely fine.

4. can i use butter instead of oil in the pancake batter ?

   – yes, you can use butter that’s been melted and cooled instead of the oil in the pancake batter. i like to use oil because i find that it makes these pancakes for two extra moist and fluffy, but butter will give you better flavour and a richer taste.

5. can i make the pancake batter ahead of time ?

   – to make these quick and easy pancakes for two, you can definitely make the batter ahead of time, as it keeps in the fridge for up to 24 hours. it will thicken up the longer it sits though, so you might need to add a splash of milk to loosen it slightly before cooking the pancakes.

6. why do i need to rest the pancake batter ?

   – resting the batter before making the pancakes allows the flour to fully hydrate and the leavening agents to activate – this is what helps give you fluffier pancakes with better texture.

7. why are my pancakes raw in the middle ?

   – this is likely due to the heat being too high. when the heat is too high, the outside of the pancakes will cook too quickly, and the inside won’t cook through properly. lower the temperature and cook each side for longer.

8. can i double this pancake recipe ?

   – yes, this recipe makes quick and easy pancakes for two, but you can double the recipe to make a larger batch of pancakes.

9. can i make these pancakes for two with buttermilk ?

   – i usually make these homemade pancakes for two without buttermilk as it’s not readily available to everyone, but if you would like to use buttermilk, you can. just add buttermilk in place of the milk and yogurt.

10. can i make these pancakes for two without yogurt ?

    – if you don’t have yogurt on hand, you can make these quick pancakes for two with sour cream instead. i would really recommend using either yogurt or sour cream for a fluffier pancake.

11. how do i make crispy pancakes for two ?

    – if you want to make crispier pancakes, i’d recommend using a cast iron pan or griddle, using a slightly higher heat and cooking the pancakes in butter.

12. what should i serve with these quick pancakes for two ?

    – some great topping options for these pancakes would be maple syrup, freshly whipped cream, fresh fruit, butter, jam or even chocolate spread.

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