Promise Pancakes (Fluffy & Family-Friendly Breakfast)

Fluffy, golden pancakes made with simple pantry ingredients. A comforting breakfast recipe perfect for families, weekend mornings, and sharing around the table.

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12/3/20251 min read

Fluffy homemade pancakes served warm with syrup and fruit, a family-friendly breakfast
Fluffy homemade pancakes served warm with syrup and fruit, a family-friendly breakfast

Introduction

These Promise Pancakes are light, fluffy, and made with everyday pantry staples. Simple to prepare and loved by all ages, they’re the kind of breakfast that brings everyone to the table with ease.

Whether served on a weekend morning or as a special family treat, this recipe reflects the faithfulness found in simple, familiar meals — reminding us that even ordinary moments can be filled with warmth and gratitude.

Ingredients

You will need:

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • Pinch of salt

  • 1¼ cups milk

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Butter or oil, for cooking

Optional to serve: maple syrup, fruit, honey

Instructions

  1. Prepare dry ingredients
    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  2. Mix wet ingredients
    In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

  3. Combine
    Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

  4. Cook the pancakes
    Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease. Pour batter to form pancakes and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and fluffy.

  5. Serve
    Serve warm with syrup, fruit, or toppings of choice.

Helpful Tips

  • Do not overmix — a few lumps help keep pancakes fluffy.

  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.

  • Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven if cooking in batches.

Why This Recipe Works

  • Simple ingredients and beginner-friendly method

  • Light, fluffy texture every time

  • Perfect for sharing and serving family-style

  • Easily adaptable with fruit or toppings

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Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Total: 25 mins
Serves: 4 | Best For: Family breakfasts, weekends, simple mornings