Description
Jamie Oliver’s American Pancakes are thick, fluffy pancakes made from a simple batter of flour, eggs, milk, and baking powder. These pancakes are perfect for stacking and serving with a variety of toppings like syrup, fruit, or butter.
Ingredients
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- 3 large eggs
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- 115g plain flour
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- 1 heaped teaspoon baking powder
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- 140ml milk
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- A pinch of salt
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- Butter (for cooking)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
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- Separate the eggs: In two separate bowls, crack the eggs and separate the yolks from the whites.
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- Mix the dry ingredients: In the bowl with the egg yolks, add the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk together until well combined.
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- Add the milk: Gradually pour the milk into the flour mixture, whisking until smooth to form the pancake batter.
Step 2: Whisk the Egg Whites
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- Whip the egg whites: In the second bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. You can use an electric mixer for this step to make it easier.
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- Fold the egg whites into the batter: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the pancake batter, being careful not to knock out too much air. This will give your pancakes their light and fluffy texture.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
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- Heat the pan: Place a non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat and add a small knob of butter.
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- Pour the batter: Once the butter has melted, pour a ladleful of batter into the pan to form a pancake. You can make them small or large depending on your preference.
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- Cook the pancakes: Cook the pancakes for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges are golden brown. Flip and cook for another minute until fully cooked through.
Step 4: Serve the Pancakes
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- Stack and serve: Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and stack them high. Serve with your favorite toppings.