Description
Deliciously fluffy Sweet Cream Pancakes made from scratch with a rich batter combining heavy cream, milk, and vanilla. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, these pancakes are tender, golden, and lightly sweetened, ideal to serve warm with butter and syrup.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 TBSP White granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Milk (any kind)
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
For Cooking
- 2 TBSP Unsalted butter (to melt on the griddle)
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures the dry ingredients are well combined and aerated for fluffy pancakes.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, heavy cream, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Whisk gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes tender. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the leavening agents to activate and the batter to thicken slightly.
- Preheat Griddle: Heat a griddle or a large frying pan over medium heat (about 350°F). Just before cooking, melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter on the griddle to coat the surface.
- Cook Pancakes: Using a 1/2 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the griddle to form large pancakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles disappear on the surface and the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip each pancake carefully and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the second side is golden and the pancake is cooked through.
- Prepare Next Batch: Before adding the next batch of batter, melt more butter on the griddle to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm topped with butter and syrup or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Resting the batter for 10 minutes is crucial for fluffiness as it lets the baking powder and soda work effectively.
- Use medium heat to ensure pancakes cook evenly without burning.
- For dairy-free variation, substitute heavy cream and milk with plant-based alternatives like coconut or almond milk but expect slight texture changes.
- Adjust sugar according to your preferred sweetness level.
