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Fluffy Breakfast Pancakes with Plain Yogurt

Author: Laura Bais
An easy from-scratch recipe for the fluffiest pancakes, made with simple pantry ingredients. The plain yogurt adds a wonderful tang and an incredibly soft texture.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 10 pancakes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup plain yogurt thinner, drinkable style works best
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil like sunflower or canola
  • 1 large egg

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
  • In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: plain yogurt, oil, and the egg.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Whisk everything together until just combined. It's okay if there are a few small lumps; be careful not to overmix.
  • Heat a large, non-stick pan or griddle over medium to medium-low heat. You want the heat to be gentle enough to cook the pancake through without burning the outside. You do not need to oil the pan if it is non-stick.
  • Once the pan is hot, pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake.
  • Cook for about 1 to 1 ½ minutes, or until you see bubbles forming and popping on the surface and the edges look set.
  • Flip the pancake and cook on the other side for about another minute, or until golden brown.
  • Place the cooked pancakes on a plate in a single layer to cool slightly before stacking. This prevents them from becoming steamy and dense.
  • Serve warm with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit and maple syrup. Enjoy!
Keyword breakfast pancakes, Breakfast Recipe Idea, easy pancakes from scratch, yogurt pancakes