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Thin Pancake Recipe

Published: July 26, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: About 20 minutes Total Time: About 35 minutes Serves: 12 Difficulty: Easy Category: Breakfast Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt
  2. Beat in egg and milk
  3. Add melted butter and vanilla
  4. Mix until smooth
  5. Heat griddle over medium heat
  6. Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form
  8. Flip and cook for 1-2 minutes more
  9. Serve hot with syrup

Special Notes

These thin pancakes are perfect for breakfast. The key is to not overmix the batter to keep them light. The combination of milk and butter creates tender, fluffy pancakes. This recipe is perfect for families and can be made ahead of time. For extra flavor, you can add different fruits or spices. The pancakes should be served hot for the best taste.