Hey Lykkers! Ever had one of those mornings where you just need a little extra sweetness to kickstart your day? Well, we recently had one of those days and decided to whip up a batch of fluffy pancakes with a strawberry twist.
Let us take you on a delicious journey as we share this scrumptious recipe with you!
<h3> Ingredients </h3>
Let’s start by gathering our ingredients. For these fluffy pancakes, you’ll need:
• <b> For the Pancakes:</b>
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups milk
1 large egg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• <b> For the Strawberry Topping:</b>
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
<h3>1. Pancake Perfection </h3>
First up, let’s talk pancakes. We started by whisking together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. It’s like setting up the base for our fluffy masterpiece. In a separate bowl, we combined the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking until everything was well blended.
Then, we poured the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Be careful not to over-mix; a few lumps are perfectly fine! We let the batter rest for about 5 minutes while we prepped the skillet. We heated a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly greased it with a touch of butter.
Once the pan was ready, we ladled about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. You’ll know it’s time to flip when bubbles start to appear on the surface. We cooked each side until it was golden brown and cooked through. The smell was absolutely heavenly, and the anticipation was killing us!
How to Make Perfect Strawberry Pancakes
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<h3>2. Strawberry Topping Delight </h3>
While the pancakes were cooking, we turned our attention to the strawberry topping. In a medium saucepan, we combined the sliced strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. We cooked this mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the strawberries broke down and the sauce thickened up, which took about 10 minutes. The aroma was intoxicating, and the bright red sauce looked so inviting.
Once the sauce was ready, we let it cool slightly. This step was crucial as it allowed the flavors to meld together beautifully. We had to resist the temptation to dive in immediately!
<h3>3. Assembly and Enjoyment </h3>
Now comes the fun part: assembly! We stacked our fluffy pancakes high on a plate, each layer dripping with strawberry goodness. A generous spoonful of our homemade strawberry topping went over the top, and we couldn’t forget a dusting of powdered sugar for that extra touch of sweetness.
As we took our first bites, we couldn’t help but marvel at how simple ingredients turned into such a delightful breakfast. The pancakes were perfectly fluffy, and the strawberry topping added just the right amount of tartness and sweetness.
So there you have it, our perfect fluffy pancakes with a strawberry twist! We hope this recipe brings as much joy to your mornings as it did to ours. Feel free to experiment with your favorite toppings or mix-ins. And remember, the best part of cooking is enjoying it with the people you love. Happy cooking, Lykkers!
