Fluffy Homemade Strawberry Pancakes (Printer-Friendly)

Light and airy pancakes studded with fresh strawberries, ideal for a satisfying breakfast or brunch.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 tablespoon white sugar

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 1/4 cups milk
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 3 tablespoons butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

09 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
03 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix to maintain fluffiness.
04 - Carefully fold in the sliced fresh strawberries into the batter.
05 - Preheat a lightly oiled griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
06 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the heat. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and bubbles form on the surface before flipping.
07 - Serve the pancakes immediately with desired toppings.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For extra fluffiness, allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
02 - Substituting regular milk with buttermilk adds a tangy flavor.
03 - To emulate a strawberry shortcake, top the pancakes with whipped cream and a simple strawberry sauce made from mashed berries and sugar.