Description
Learn how to make fluffy strawberry pancakes with this easy recipe! Packed with fresh berries, these pancakes are soft, delicious, and perfect for breakfast. 🍓🥞
Ingredients
🔹 Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for a healthier option)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey for a natural alternative)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
🔹 Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (or almond, oat, or coconut milk for a dairy-free version)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (or coconut oil)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
💡 Pro Tip: You can use frozen strawberries, too! Just thaw and pat dry to prevent excess moisture in the batter.
Instructions
How to Make Fluffy Strawberry Pancakes
🔹 Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- Mix the dry ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine the wet ingredients – In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients – Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. (Do not overmix! A few lumps are okay.)
- Fold in the strawberries – Carefully mix in chopped fresh strawberries without crushing them.
💡 Why Not Overmix? Overmixing develops too much gluten, making pancakes dense instead of fluffy!
🔹 Step 2: Cook the Pancakes
- Preheat your pan – Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Grease lightly – Use butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Pour the batter – Scoop ¼ cup of batter per pancake into the pan, spreading evenly.
- Wait for bubbles – Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface.
- Flip gently – Use a spatula to flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
💡 Want Extra Fluff? Swap regular milk for buttermilk to make the pancakes even softer and lighter!
🔹 Step 3: Serve and Enjoy
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and add your favorite toppings.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, honey, Greek yogurt, or fresh strawberries.
- Enjoy your homemade strawberry pancakes! 🍓🥞✨
Notes
Notes & Tips for Perfect Strawberry Pancakes
✅ Use fresh strawberries whenever possible – They add the best flavor and texture. If using frozen strawberries, thaw and pat dry to prevent a watery batter.
✅ Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes – This allows the ingredients to combine properly and helps create extra fluffy pancakes.
✅ Don’t overmix the batter – Stir until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense, chewy pancakes instead of light and airy ones.
✅ For golden, evenly cooked pancakes, cook on medium-low heat and wait for bubbles to form before flipping.
✅ Make them healthier – Swap all-purpose flour for whole wheat flour and use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar.
✅ Make them vegan-friendly – Replace milk with almond or oat milk and use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) instead of a regular egg.
✅ For meal prep, make a large batch and freeze the pancakes in a single layer with parchment paper in between. Reheat in a toaster or oven at 350°F (175°C) for the best texture.
💡 Bonus Tip: Want a delicious variation? Try adding a handful of chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor! 🍓🍫✨
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Makes 8-10 pancakes
- Calories: 180-220 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg