Butter-Free and Stress-Free Pancakes: Fluffy and Ready in Minutes

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Short on time but want a delicious breakfast? These quick pancakes can be made in no time by blending all the ingredients in one step! The result? Soft pancakes perfect for topping with maple syrup, honey, or fresh fruit.

These have delightful chocolate chips, perfect for encouraging young children to participate in the kitchen and breakfast.

Quick pancakes with maple syrup
  • Difficulty: Very Easy
  • Cost: Very Affordable
  • Preparation time: 5 Minutes
  • Cooking methods: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Seasonality: All Seasons

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons sugar (level)
  • 1/4 cup sunflower oil
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder (2 teaspoons)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup milk

Tools

  • 1 Blender
  • 1 Griddle for Flatbreads
  • 1 Ladle
  • 1 Plate for serving

How to Make Butter-Free Pancakes

  • Put all the ingredients into a blender or an immersion blend cup (liquids first, then solids). Blend for a few seconds until you get a smooth and lump-free mixture.

    Blending ingredients for quick pancakes
  • Heat a lightly greased non-stick pan and pour a ladleful of batter. Cook over medium heat until bubbles start forming on the surface. Flip the pancake with a spatula and cook for another 30-40 seconds.

    For more delicious pancakes, add chocolate chips after pouring the batter into the pan.

    Quick pancakes in the pan
  • Stack the pancakes on a plate and garnish them with maple syrup, honey, hazelnut cream, or fresh fruit.

    Stack of pancakes

Tips for Perfect Pancakes

For even fluffier pancakes, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
If the batter is too thick, add a splash of milk to achieve the ideal consistency.
For a lighter version, use plant-based milk and replace sugar with honey or agave syrup.
Want more flavor? Add a pinch of vanilla or cinnamon to the batter!

FAQ – Quick Pancakes

  • Can I prepare pancakes in advance?

    Yes! You can store them in the fridge for 1-2 days or freeze them separated by parchment paper. Heat them in a pan or microwave before serving.

  • Can I use whole wheat flour?

    Sure! You will get pancakes with a more rustic flavor, but I recommend adding a bit more milk as whole wheat flour absorbs more liquid.

  • Why aren’t my pancakes fluffy?

    Batter too runny → Add a bit of flour.
    Pan temperature too high → Pancakes burn outside and remain raw inside. Cook them over medium-low heat.
    Expired baking powder → Check the expiration date!

  • Can I make pancakes without eggs?

    Yes! Replace the egg with half a mashed banana or 1 tablespoon of yogurt for a soft and tasty alternative.

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