Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk (or almond milk)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: Fresh fruit, syrup, or butter for serving
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1 tbsp of baking powder, 1 tbsp of sugar, and 1/4 tsp of salt.
- Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
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Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of milk (or almond milk), 1 egg, 2 tbsp of melted butter (or oil), and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring gently.
- Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
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Preheat the Platinum Cookware:
- Set your Platinum cookware to low heat (TempAlert Knob should be in the blue/low zone).
- Wait until the cookware is preheated, and the TempAlert Knob indicates the optimal cooking temperature (generally around 40-60°C or 100-140°F for pancakes).
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Cook the Pancakes:
- Lightly grease the Platinum cookware with a small amount of butter or oil, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the cookware for each pancake.
- Let the pancakes cook for about 2-3 minutes, without lifting the lid. This helps to trap moisture, ensuring the pancakes cook evenly while retaining their fluffiness.
- You’ll know it’s time to flip when small bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes and the edges begin to look set.
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Flip the Pancakes:
- Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
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Serve:
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and serve with your favorite toppings—fresh fruit, syrup, or a dollop of butter for a classic breakfast.
Tips for Perfect Pancakes with Platinum Cookware:
- Low Heat Cooking: The Platinum cookware excels at waterless cooking by utilizing low heat. This prevents burning and ensures the pancakes cook thoroughly while maintaining moisture.
- Use the Lid: Always keep the lid on while cooking the pancakes. This helps trap the natural moisture, which results in a fluffier pancake and helps cook them evenly without excessive drying.
- Minimal Oil: You don’t need much oil or butter to prevent sticking, thanks to the waterless cooking feature. A light coating will do, keeping the pancakes healthier.
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: When incorporating the wet and dry ingredients, mix just until combined to avoid dense pancakes. Lumps in the batter are perfectly fine!