How to make perfect homemade pancakes?
Whether they're too flat or the batter is too runny, mastering the art of pancakes on the first try is difficult! If you're wondering how to make them perfectly, discover all our tips!
- 250 g flour
- 75 g sucre
- 50g butter
- 2 eggs
- 40 cl whole milk
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 sachet of vanilla sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl. Add the sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center, add the eggs, melted butter, and a little milk, then work the dough.
- Mix while gradually pouring in the remaining milk, until you obtain a smooth and fluid paste that forms a nice ribbon.
- Heat a small non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add a little butter.
- Pour half a ladle of batter into the center of the hot pan. Let it cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface.
- Gently flip with a spatula, then continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes on the other side, until the pancake is golden brown and puffed up.
- Repeat the process until all the dough is used. Serve warm, with maple syrup, jam, or a drizzle of honey.
Cooking pancakes correctly is essential for a delicious result. Topped with fruit, maple syrup, caramel, or chocolate spread, pancakes can be enjoyed as an afternoon snack or for breakfast. This makes this thick pancake a truly delightful treat! Discover all our methods to ensure your pancakes are always perfectly cooked and, above all, incredibly fluffy.
Hated by bakers and cooking enthusiasts alike, lumps can quickly ruin your dough. To avoid them, simply sift your flour. Yes, lumps are often the result of flour that hasn't been properly incorporated. If you want to be absolutely sure to get rid of them completely, use a mixer or blender.
A pancake that sticks to the pan can completely ruin your desire to make another one. To avoid this, it's important to use a suitable pan (with a non-stick surface). Another option is to oil or butter your pan before adding the batter, but this can quickly make your pancakes very greasy. Finally, it's best to cook them over low heat to prevent the batter from overheating and sticking.
How to make fluffy pancakes?
For perfectly fluffy pancakes, there's a foolproof technique. Simply separate the egg whites from the yolks and whisk them into stiff peaks. Incorporating the whisked egg whites into your batter will make it incredibly light and airy, resulting in a wonderfully fluffy texture.
How to avoid making pancakes that are too thick?
Pancakes can be tricky to cook because of their thickness. To make authentic American pancakes, they need to be similar in size and thickness (well, we'll be lenient on the first one). The larger the pancake, the less cooked and flavorful it will be.
How to make round and evenly shaped pancakes?
For perfectly round and evenly shaped pancakes, you can use an empty container, like a ketchup or honey bottle with a drip-stop feature, to achieve a near-perfect shape. The added bonus? No drips on your countertop! There are also silicone molds available that will make the process even easier in the pan.
Those who don't consume dairy or animal products can enjoy these pancakes just as much. Making fluffy vegan pancakes is very simple. You can start by replacing cow's milk with plant-based milk (such as soy, almond, spelt, hazelnut, etc.). As for the eggs, a little vegetable oil will do the trick.
To avoid gluten in your dough, you need to look at the flours and leavening agents. Avoid corn or wheat flours and opt for starch-based flours (like potato or tapioca) or flours made from chickpeas, buckwheat, rice, or corn. For leavening, you can use gluten-free baking powder or baking soda (about 1 tablespoon).
Start by heating your pan with a little butter for a minute. The secret to perfect cooking is not to pour the batter in immediately (even though it's tempting) because, unlike crêpes which are thinner, pancakes will overcook on the outside and remain raw inside if the pan isn't hot enough. To check if your pan is hot, you can splash a few drops of water onto it. If it sizzles, it's hot! Generally, allow 2 minutes of cooking per side for optimal results. If small bubbles appear and burst, they're ready!
Didn't get to eat all your delicious pancakes? Don't worry, you can keep them. If you're going to eat them in the next few days, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to two days, wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container. If, on the other hand, you're saving them for another time, you can freeze them for two to three months. To enjoy them, take them out of the freezer two hours beforehand (and microwave them for extra fluffiness).
