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Flour, eggs, and milk are all you need to whip up these delicious Easy Pancakes. They’re incredibly fluffy, super soft, and surprisingly low in calories since they don’t require any oil or butter! Wondering where the trick is? There isn’t one—just pure pancake magic.
These 3-ingredient Easy Pancakes have become our weekend ritual. They’re so light and fluffy, you’ll never feel weighed down after enjoying them. Perfect for any sweet tooth who’s watching their calories!
What Sets Easy Pancakes Apart?
With so many pancake recipes online, it’s hard to find one that is quick and easy, and guarantees you perfectly fluffy pancakes every time. We have awesome pancake recipes of our own, like our Buttermilk Pancakes and our The BEST Fluffy Pancakes. While they are delicious, they aren’t exactly quick.
Most pancake recipes you’ll find online consist of more than eight steps and a million different ingredients, making the preparation stage unnecessarily stressful. There’s no need for that, especially when you’re in a rush to feed teenagers or young kids. They don’t care about vanilla extract, buttermilk, or chilling batters. They just want pancakes… YESTERDAY. During the school holidays, these Easy Pancakes are my go-to. They’re ready, steaming hot, and on the table before my kids even realize it.
Quick and Easy Pancakes: Key Ingredients
The secret to these Easy Pancakes lies in their simple yet powerful ingredients. Each one brings something unique to the table, creating a fluffy, delicious pancake that’s sure to impress. Let’s dive into what makes this recipe truly exceptional.
- Flour: Choose high-quality all-purpose flour for the best results. Opt for unbleached flour to retain more nutrients and flavor. When measuring, be sure to spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level it off with a knife to avoid over-packing, which can lead to dense pancakes.
- Milk: Use fresh, whole milk for a richer, creamier texture. If you’re looking for a lighter option, low-fat or skim milk will work just fine. For a dairy-free alternative, try almond milk or oat milk—they add a unique flavor twist while keeping the pancakes soft and fluffy.
- Eggs: Always use fresh, large eggs. The fresher the eggs, the better the pancakes will turn out. Look for eggs with a bright orange yolk, which indicates high-quality and freshness. Room temperature eggs mix more easily into the batter, creating a smoother consistency.
*Note: Please see Recipe Card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Making Perfect Easy Pancakes: Step-By-Step Guide
Ready to whip up some delicious and fluffy Easy Pancakes? Follow these simple steps with images to guide you through the process. You’ll achieve perfectly fluffy pancakes using just three main ingredients: flour, eggs, and milk. It’s an effortless recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Whisk the eggs and milk together to combine. Add in the flour, and beat until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Add in any optional add-ins you like, such as fresh fruits, cinnamon, yoghurt, or chocolate chips here.
- Heat a nonstick pan over low-medium heat with cooking oil spray. Wipe over excess; pour the batter per pancake. Cook pancakes for 1 to 2 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface and the bases are golden brown.
- Flip and cook until golden; transfer to a warmed plate. Repeat with remaining batter, spraying or greasing the pan between every second or third pancake if needed.
- Serve immediately with yoghurt, ice cream, whipped cream, maple syrup, berries, or any other toppings you like. Enjoy your fluffy and delicious pancakes!
Once you’ve mastered the art of making these Easy Pancakes, the fun doesn’t stop there. You can add, mix, or top your pancakes with some of your favorite flavors like our Blueberry Sauce, or Homemade Nutella Spread. You can even turn these easy pancakes into Pancake Roll-ups with a variety of fillings as in these French Toast Roll Ups!
Don’t think the pancake adaptations are over! I love seeing creative pancake dishes, that’s why I’ve created Zebra Marble Pancakes, Nutella Stuffed Banana Pancakes, and even Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes. Or have some fun with the kids and try my Mini Pancake Cereal Recipe!
Recipe FAQ’s
Flip the pancakes when you see bubbles forming on the surface and the edges look set and golden brown
Yes! Use plant-based milk and an egg substitute like flaxseed or chia seed to make the pancakes vegan.
Yes! Use plant-based milk and an egg substitute like flaxseed or chia seed to make the pancakes vegan.
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Easy 3 Ingredient Pancakes
Ingredients
Pancakes:
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups milk skim, low fat or full fat
- 2 1/4 cups white self raising flour
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs and milk together to combine. Add in the flour, and beat until the batter is smooth and lump free. Add in any option add-ins you like here.
- Heat a nonstick pan over low-medium heat with cooking oil spray. Wipe over excess; pour about 1/3 cup of batter per pancake. Cook pancakes for 1 to 2 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface and the bases are golden brown. Flip and cook until golden; transfer to a warmed plate; repeat with remaining batter (spraying/greasing pan between ever second or third pancake if needed).
- Serve immediately with yoghurt, ice cream, whipped cream, maple syrup, berries, or any other toppings you like.
Notes
*2-4 tablespoons sugar
*2 teaspoons baking powder (for extra fluffiness)
*1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
*Pinch of salt
*1/3 cup chocolate chips
*1/2 cup blueberries or raspberries *Substitute with plain or all purpose flour if you don’t have self raising. Add 1 tablespoon of baking powder when adding the four and whisk until smooth. You can also use whole wheat or wholemeal flour.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
the recipe is the best it is so easy that kids can do it on their own
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your fluffy pancake recipe is our favourite go to but I have been in a search of recipe I could make into a ‘dry mix’ with limited wet ingredients for when we go camping and this is perfection. No extra junk that comes in store bought pancake mix and all the ease with two toddlers running around.
PS my 3 year old asks for the ‘garlicky chicken’ like every week. THANK YOU!
I tried this simple recipe, and it is good. I add cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg to the batter and boy is it good! So flavorful, so aromatic when cooking. The scent fills the kitchen and it leaves you with a spicy, fresh breath! Delicious!
Thank u so much u really helpful
Mhm! I made these for fathers day and they are so good! Definitely recommend
I am planning on making these for a work fundraiser, and wanted a basic and winning recipe to maximise our outcome; so I decided to make these for my family first.
It was a winner for sure! Although I need to work on the thickness of my pancakes as my husband says that two were too much for him (meanwhile I ate 3…). Overall it was a hit, but I know no to be a bit more frugal with the batter serving sizes.
Thank you for this simple and successful recipe.
thank you so much <3
worked like a charm.
Karina another recipe that doesn’t disappoint. I’ve tried your fluffy pancakes which is my go to recipe but I was feeling meh today and wanted pancakes without the faff. This one is amazing. Quick, simple, got the job done. I’ve put half the batter away as after the 5th Pancake (I was eating each one straight off the stove) I realised I was stuffed! I only added a dash of sugar but next time I’ll try to make them when I’m not h-angry so I promise to be more creative. 2 thumbs up!!!!!
Also to add I had these with sausages on the side so I’m off to take a nap now
yes yes yes It was absolutely amazing I added sugar and vanilla extract it was just perfect.
That’s exactly what I did! They turned out so great! I added food coloring as well for my little brother <3
I know this recipe has been up for several years but I just recently discovered it and am so glad I did! I have made this several times and it is such a great base pancake recipe – quick, tastes good, and always a hit. Our best “add-ins” are a tsp of pure vanilla extract and chocolate chips. Absolutely wonderful with melted butter on top and a side of scrambled eggs. I can attest to the fact that the freshness of your self rising flour is key to this recipes success – the fresher your flour, the fluffier the pancakes. I have used a few different brands of flour & they all did well. I usually use whole milk and large sized eggs. In the pan, I use air driven spray avocado oil (think Pam brand spray without the lecithin that damages your pans and avocado oil inside the bottle). The avocado oil has a 500F degree smoking point so it doesn’t burn like butter and the mild taste does not overpower the taste of the pancakes themselves. The avocado oil also help me to achieve the golden brown color for the pancakes as well. One full sized batch of these makes about a dozen chocolate chip pancakes for me (using 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake). These also freeze very, very well for a quick breakfast. Oh, and if you are trying to feed a crowd (like on Christmas morning) double the amount of batter you make and use 2 pans on the stove top at once or use an electric griddle that will accommodate making several pancakes at once and keeps a consistent temperature. I keep the cooked pancakes warm in our toaster oven while the others are cooking. I will be using this recipe for many years to come and my teenage son has already expressed and interest in learning how to make them – now if that isn’t the sign of a great recipe, I don’t know what is. Karina – Thank you so much for sharing this with us!!! 🙂
I can’t wait to make these as it sounds like it would be super delicious. I keep forgetting to buy Aunt Jemima pancake mix so since o always have these ingredients in my cupboard as well as loads of fruits, making will be easy.
This was amazing! I did add 2 teaspoons of baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla extract and my go to self rising flour is White Lily. I will definitely be making again!
Enjoyed the easy pancake recipe! Less ingredients, quicker to eat