Light and Fluffy Pancakes with Self-Rising Flour

Recipe by King Arthur Test Kitchen
212 Reviews 4.1 out of 5 stars

These quick and delicious homemade pancakes with self-rising flour are a cinch to pull off on a weekday morning. The convenience of self-rising flour allows you to get them on the table in 10 minutes or less, and you won't sacrifice flavor or texture either. The pancakes are fork-tender, light, fluffy, and complete with a drizzle of maple syrup. 

Prep
10 mins
Total
20 mins
Yield
8 to 10 medium pancakes
Self-Rising Light and Fluffy Pancakes - select to zoom
Self-Rising Light and Fluffy Pancakes - select to zoom
Self-Rising Light and Fluffy Pancakes - select to zoom
Self-Rising Light and Fluffy Pancakes - select to zoom

Instructions

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  1. Whisk together the self-rising flour, sugar, and baking soda.

  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and oil or melted butter until foamy. Add to the flour mixture and mix until blended; leaving a few small lumps is OK.

  3. Let the pancake batter rest for about 5 minutes, while your griddle or frying pan heats up. Heat to medium high (375°F to 400°F), until a drop of water dribbled onto the surface bounces across it. Brush lightly with vegetable oil, or spray with non-stick baking spray.

  4. For each pancake, drop 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot surface. Flip the pancakes over once bubbles have risen to the surface, and cook the second side until golden brown. Serve hot.

Tips from our Bakers

  • Don't have self-rising flour? Try our recipe for Simply Perfect Pancakes using all-purpose flour.

  • For thinner pancakes, whisk in additional milk or water.

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