For simple homemade pancakes, you only need a short list of basic ingredients.

Quick Scoop

A classic pancake batter is usually built from:

  • Flour (all-purpose)
  • Milk
  • Egg
  • A little sugar (for light sweetness)
  • Baking powder (to make them fluffy)
  • A pinch of salt
  • Butter or neutral oil (melted into the batter or for the pan)

A common set of amounts for about 8–10 small pancakes is roughly:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk (adjust slightly if too thick)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1–2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 pinch (about ½ teaspoon) salt
  • 2–3 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil

Toppings are up to you: maple syrup, berries, banana slices, lemon and sugar, or anything else you like.