Fluffy pancakes without butter, a breakfast that stays soft for days, very simple to make and very indulgent. Also perfect to make gluten-free. As we know, breakfast is one of the most important moments of the day; if it’s packed with flavor and energy even better. To help us, this time we have these delicious pancakes that contain no butter in the batter or in the cooking. But what are pancakes? They are sweet American-style fritters typical of breakfast and brunch. There are also savory versions to serve with cold cuts and cheeses. Tradition has them served stacked and topped with maple syrup and a pat of butter, but in reality we can, just like in many other recipes, let our imagination run wild. Below I leave some of my favorite ideas for presenting the pancakes, while at the end of the recipe I answer the most common questions on this topic.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Rest time: 15 Minutes
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 10 pancakes
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups type 0 flour (all-purpose)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 eggs (medium)
- 1 pinch fine salt
- 1/2 cup milk (can be lactose-free)
- 2 tsp sunflower oil
- 1 tsp baking powder
Tools
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Pan
- 1 Ice cream scoop
- 1 Container
- 1 Spatula
Steps
To make Fluffy pancakes without butter, first beat the eggs with the powdered sugar in a bowl, mixing well with a whisk until you obtain a smooth mixture.
Next, add the milk and the sunflower oil, continuing to mix. Add the flour and baking powder previously sifted and stir with the whisk. Once you have a smooth and homogeneous batter, let it rest covered for 15 minutes.
If you have a good non-stick pan, it won’t be necessary to add fats. As an alternative to butter you can use a little sunflower oil to lightly grease the pan. When it’s hot, pour the batter — I used an ice cream scoop because it holds the right portion for a pancake. When the first bubbles appear on the surface, flip the pancake using a spatula. Finish cooking on the other side for about 1 minute. Be sure to keep the heat low.
Continue until the ingredients are finished. Pancakes can be topped with hazelnut spread or jams, or with honey and fresh fruit, in addition to the classic maple syrup.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare the pancakes the day before?
Certainly, you can easily prepare them the night before and store them in an airtight container. In fact, with this technique they will remain soft for 2 days.
If I prefer them sweeter can I increase the amount of sugar?
Yes, but I recommend not exceeding an additional 15 g.
