The Best Pancakes You'll Ever Make | Epicurious 101

Professional chef and chef instructor Frank Proto shows you his method for making perfectly fluffy pancakes at home, every time. Never subject yourself to flat, lifeless pancakes again with Frank's foolproof method a for light, airy, homemade stack.
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Director: Mel Ibarra
Director of Photography: Joel Kingsbury
Editor: LJ D'Arpa
Talent: Frank Proto
Sr. Culinary Director: Kelly Janke
Producer: Mel Ibarra/Michael Cascio
Culinary Producer: Mallary Santucci
Culinary Associate Producer: Asnia Akhtar
Line Producer: Jen McGinity
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Cam Op: Kirsten Potts
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[@skytaylor9767]

Ok I'm on the dad's side about that syrup the world needs to fully understand what it is to have a perfect breakfast

[@kurts9653]

Please show gram metrics in description. Rest of the world do not measure in cups

[@shango1964]

Hey Epicurious, you failed to include the recipe in the comment.

[@johni1622]

YES, every layer gets butter, I can't believe someone else knows. Ty

[@debiscooking9770]

Why don’t you post the recipe?????

[@triarb5790]

Yay. 60 year Australian grandma here. So good to know my perfect pancakes and the way I cook them match exactly those of an actual chef. Aren't my kids and grandkids lucky to have me 😃 🥞

[@KBL1974]

49 yo Australian here. What's your address? I'll be around in a jiffy 😅

[@TrilogyDavis]

very!

[@lyarasoaps3495]

They really are!

[@roshandawalton8]

😄 what a Glam'ma! They are very lucky to have you.. I'm 40 no and hope I can say the same when I turn 60. My family and I love pancakes, to see the day my future grandkids beg to come see their Glam' ma for pancakes will be the day.

[@cletiskroeker3552]

I truly miss my precious Mother's wonderful pancakes. Absolutely the best!!!

[@aymemirbel7409]

For the rest of the world: - All purpose flour: 385g - Sugar: 50g - Salt: ~ 10g - Baking Powder: 11g - Baking Soda: 5-6g (choose whatever suits you) - Milk: 460ml/g - Oil: 60ml/g - Vanilla extract: 8-10g - Apple Cider Vinegar: 55-60g - 3 eggs Enjoy!

[@gigi6539]

I’m not American but I’ve started to prefer the cups/spoons way of doing things. So much easier!

[@johana2518]

Thank you so much

[@aymemirbel7409]

@@johana2518 You're much welcome!

[@aymemirbel7409]

@Gi Gi As long as you are happy with the results, it's all that matters in my opinion!

[@YoFabulous11]

TYVM!

[@westonlewis379]

Keep the batter nice and cold, helps to make them even fluffier. Former cracker barrel cook here, made literally thousands can confirm this makes a difference

[@Flowerchild778]

Thank you very much

[@katherinehunter9526]

Thanks for the tip!❤🥞

[@gail9906]

Thank You. ❤️🇦🇺🦘

[@mariannesouza8326]

Thank you! I never heard that before! 😀👍🏼

[@simon77047]

Question Mr. Cracker Barrel cook? Why do you guys cook the veggies to death? Nothing worse than mushy carrots.

[@tobaccoffee]

DIVIDED BY 3, IN GRAMS (so we can just add 1 egg) 145g APF [1 cup] 16.7g sugar 3g salt 4.8g baking powder 2.4g baking soda = ~172grams 181.5g milk 18.17g vegetable oil vanilla extract 19.2g apple cider vinegar 1 egg

[@TheBetsyBraun]

You're an ABSOLUTE LEGEND! Thank you for doing the maths! ❤️

[@dana102083]

​@oddopops1327 lol watch the video?

[@neoasura]

@@rschaffer86 Every electric kitchen displays decimals to the 10th place, buy a better kitchen scale

[@rschaffer86]

@@neoasura So you're confidently wrong.

[@Packyboy]

thank you for the math… let the naysayers run on.

[@elizabethshen3346]

Written recipe if anyone needs it! The Best Pancakes You Will Ever Make By Chef Frank Proto from Epicurious Dry Ingredients: 3 cups all purpose flour ¼ cup sugar 1 ½ tsp salt 1 tbsp baking powder 1 ½ tsp baking soda Wet Ingredients: 2 ¼ cups milk ¼ cup vegetable oil or any neutral oil 1 tbsp vanilla extract ¼ cup apple cider vinegar (I found regular white vinegar also works) 3 eggs Instructions: 1. In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients until combined. 2. In another bowl, mix together the wet ingredients until combined. 3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Fold the ingredients with a rubber spatula until loosely combined (around 20-25 times). Lumps will form and that is ok. Do not overmix. 4. Heat up a griddle (or a frying pan on medium heat). Add a heaping dollop of salted whipped butter (I used regular butter) on the griddle until melted. Scoop the batter in a large spoon and drop them in the griddle. Do not stir the batter! 5. Flip the pancakes once the bubbles are popping through and the batter is slightly set. Do not push down the pancake with your spatula! The pancakes are done if the surface springs back when gently pushed down. 6. Serve pancakes with maple syrup and salted whipped butter.

[@butteryllama9040]

Thank you. I don't know what the hell is wrong with epiccurious and not putting that anywhere

[@gee2891]

Thank you kindly

[@kassandraabdul-mateen7501]

Thank you.

[@Nope-uz1qf]

Thanks man

[@rhian_samia]

Thank you! This saved me a lot of time!

[@y55t]

To whoever edited this video: please put ingredients in the description, or at least let the ingredients captions linger on the screen for more than the half a second. DRY INGREDIENTS 3 CUPS ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR 1/4 CUP SUGAR 1 1/2 TSP SALT 1 TBSP BAKING POWDER 1 1/2 TSP BAKING SODA WET INGREDIENTS 2 1/4 CUPS MILK 1/4 CUP VEGETABLE OIL 1 TBSP VANILLA EXTRACT 1/4 CUP APPLE CIDER VINEGAR 3 EGGS

[@Daindrais]

Thank you!

[@lindamon5101]

Y55t Ur hired!

[@evansanders4583]

You forgot the 3 eggs

[@y55t]

@@evansanders4583 Thanks, have fixed it.

[@charmainxo_]

Thank you.

[@darkred911]

APF 3 cups 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tbsp baking powder 1 1/2 tsp baking soda 2 1/4 cups milk 1/4 cup veg oil 1 tbsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup ACV 3 eggs For my own and your convenience 😂

[@kauigirl808]

Omg thanks 😂😂❤❤

[@TheBestPizzaConnoisseur]

Thank youuuu

[@marilynwilson618]

Tu❤

[@justinlmc1]

Made them again this morning, a hit as usual. I love it because every person that has them has a question or comment about them. Thank you for this share.

[@girlnamedchris]

Chef Frank having a favorite spoon is incredibly relatable & validating LOL.

[@levi_satoru2943]

@V Lakehunt Epic bruh

[@jpadilla276]

Most chefs do have their own favorite spoon. Lol

[@concernedkid3262]

😂 for real!

[@texasstardust6010]

Absolutely. I have THREE favourite Spoons , lol ! And I don't let anyone else use those. ... I'm so weird . 😉😁

[@twalk6126]

Indeed

[@annhopy2220]

My Dad made the best pancakes we have ever eaten. Anything he made was in his head. I tried to match his but needed measurements, just did not happen. I have been on the hunt for a long time to find some that are remotely close to his. These cakes are as close as I am going to get, with a bit more of my homemade vanilla they will be spot on. We ate way to many, as we are unable to have the pleasure of indulging in Dads cakes again, it has been way to long. This means so much to us. Thank you :)

[@annamartin9472]

Did the pancakes come out savory? Mine weren’t super sweet.

[@parlor3115]

Maybe the real pancakes are the other pancakes you made along the way!

[@cybercamp2900]

🙏🏻ditto😢

[@Appaddict01]

@@annamartin9472They’re supposed to be you put syrup on top. Pancakes are only slightly sweet or not sweet at all.

[@colinmacvicar2507]

Made these today and they were amazing. I cut the recipe down to a third and it was the perfect amount for two people. Made 6 fluffy pancakes. 1/3 recipe 1 cup flour 4 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 3/4 cup milk 4 tsp vegetable oil 1 tsp vanilla 4 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 egg

[@katricem16]

Needed this! Thank you❤

[@porchastephenson]

My mom loves pancakes anytime of day so I made this recipe for her for dinner, hands down the best pancakes either of us have ever had. I'll never make them any other way. Thank you so much Frank, made my mom so happy. ❤

[@MrCharles4074]

My wife is a pancake aficionado and she said these are hands down the best pancakes she’s ever eaten. Thank you! This recipe made our Mother’s Day! ❤

[@annamartin9472]

Did the pancakes come out savory? Mine weren’t super sweet.

[@butterfliesglowx9425]

⁠@@annamartin9472 I haven’t tried this recipe yet but I’ve noticed that most pancake recipes aren’t that sweet and are quite salty. I would recommend adding a little bit more sugar

[@jen_gem]

@@annamartin9472 yeah mine weren’t sweet either. And I don’t prefer the vinegar taste…I recommend lemon juice instead of the vinegar

[@GadreEl777]

@@jen_gem I substituted the apple cider vinegar for a qtr cup of vanilla yogurt, and mine turned out fluffy, sweet, and delicious.

[@LTDANMAN44]

I LOVE PANCAKES!! :)

[@ayooluwakolawole]

Don’t usually comment on videos but I used this recipe and make the best pancakes I’ve ever had in my life. Was full after 1.5 pancakes and had breakfast for myself and flatmates for the following morning. This is all I have to say. Thank you.

[@MaryChurchillRealtor]

WOW, they are unbelievably awesome. I only added some canola oil to the butter so it didn't burn so much and used an ice cream scoop for better shape becaue the batter was so thick. So delicious with whipped butter! Congrats on a fantastic recipe!

[@xntrikk9189]

First video where the creator actually puts the measurements for every ingredient. Thank you. Something so simple many other people forget.

[@susanwoodcarver]

For all of you out there reading this who are single, or whose partner has passed on, or just live alone, and think that this recipe makes way too many pancakes. WAIT! I have solved that problem. Make this recipe exactly like he says. Cover a sheet pan with parchment paper or wax paper. I like wax paper. After your pancakes have cooled, put them on the papered sheet pan and in the freezer. They will freeze quickly. Take them out of the freezer and using the same parchment /wax paper, cut it up and put it between each pancake. Put the pancakes, each one separated by the paper, into a covered container and put them in the freezer. When you want a pancake for breakfast, or lunch, or dinner, or a snack before you go to bed, take one out of the freezer and pop it into your toaster. Some toasters even have a defrost cycle. Make use of it. If not, just toast your frozen pancake. It won’t take long for it to not only get hot, but the edges will have those crispy perfect fried parts. I swear to you, they will taste just as good as when they were originally made. I have done this for years, with different recipes. Just be careful not to burn them. Better to toast them a few times, then end up with a smoking toaster and a black pancake. But, never worry. You have more in the freezer. Just try again with a lower setting. Then write the setting on a sticky note and tape it to the container in the freezer. Enjoy my single friends. Hugs! 😊

[@loriki8766]

I do this all the time. For best results - Cool the pancakes on a cooling rack. If you cool them on a plate, the heat creates moisture under them that makes them soggy. The cooling rack allows air to pass under them so they stay dry. If you don't have a cooling rack then suspend them across a couple of knives or forks. Then, if you know you are not going to eat them all, slightly undercook the ones you plan to freeze. Heat them up in your toaster. If by "defrost cycle" you mean "frozen pastry mode", then use that - but it's not needed, you just need to toast a little longer.

[@chrisA.n]

Niceee, thanks!

[@susanwoodcarver]

@@loriki8766 My toaster just says Defrost. No frozen pastry mode available on mine. I agree on cooling them on a rack before freezing. I always do that. I should have added it. Thanks.

[@paulspitz1949]

Could you reheat by sautéing in butter, instead of the toaster?

[@loriki8766]

@@paulspitz1949 That'd make them a bit greasy. But I like the texture of a pancake that is NOT cooked in butter to begin with. If you have an air fryer or toaster oven that would warm them even better than a toaster.

[@vladd.i]

I made these with some caramelized bananas and Frank didn't lie, they were indeed the absolute best pancakes I've ever had!

[@Linda_Clerc]

I followed the recipe as well, and I was amazed ❤

[@Zb1Xenhypen]

How many pancakes did the recipe make?

[@miguelelasmar]

Chef Frank, these tutorials are amazing. Thank you.

[@nancyborga3547]

I used this method to make pancakes this morning and they turned out PERFECT!!!! Thank you!!!

[@JoifullyNatural]

My butter browned a little too much, so my son initially thought I burned the pancakes- because that’s what I normally do. But, after that first bite, I got a Chef’s Kiss! These were the best pancakes I’ve ever made, none were thrown out. Thank you! ❤

[@keithb4077]

Gordon Ramsey trick: a drizzle of olive oil on the griddle (rubber around) before the butter helps prevent the over-browning.

[@JoifullyNatural]

@@keithb4077 Thank you!! I will try that next time!

[@gallahant]

Dial the heat down a little bit. Butter burns quickly if you have high heat.

[@JoifullyNatural]

@@gallahant Thank you for this tip! I just invested in an electric griddle, and I wasn’t sure what temperature to heat it to. I’m not sure what I used, but it’s probably still on that temp now, so I’ll lower it next time.

[@annamartin9472]

Did the pancakes come out savory? Mine weren’t super sweet.

[@brendaaymond9751]

I can't wait to try this. I love butter on every layer. My husband ask if I like pancakes with my butter. I use honey on my pancakes since we raise honey bees. Happy holidays.

[@robertholtz]

I ran out of maple syrup one time about 10 years ago when I was serving up a bunch of pancakes to a large group. I improvised with honey and it was so delicious. Everyone ended up loving it so much. It has been my favorite way to top pancakes ever since. That’s awesome that you raise honey bees. Happy holidays to you too. Cheers.

[@jeddolsen5938]

Yum

[@laurie512]

I just found your channel and I'm definitely INSPIRED!!! I love your energy, instructions, and wonderful sense of humor! All that goodness goes into the food and I love it! Thank you!!! ☺😃😍

[@TheLastPharm]

Made these this morning for the first time - have to admit, the flavour and texture of these are second to none. It definitely put the 'cake' in pancake!

[@rescue9810]

Thank you for this!! I’ve always loved making pancakes from scratch but nothings better than Frank showing how it’s done properly 😊

[@xlr8tedzoom]

I searched several fluffy pancake videos before I bookmarked this one. All these years I have done them an injustice by beating the batter until smooth and using oil not butter in the pan.. Now I make the best pancakes with this recipe. I love the step by step teaching and rational as to why you do it this way. TYSM!!

[@sparklypinkleopard26]

these were SO FLUFFY! loved how savory and the perfect amount of saltiness with these ❤

[@tinastable5716]

THE BEST pancakes hands down my husband and I have ever had! This will be our forever recipe! Thank you!!! 😊

[@abortiz11712]

I love how he was damn near yelling towards the end about how great those pancakes are. After seeing that end product he's not wrong! Love Frank! One of my favorites.

[@tpiesandcookies]

Definitely the best I have ever made. Everyone loved these, even my husband who is not a pancake fan. Thank you for a great recipe that does not call for buttermilk.

[@MobstrLobster]

how can someone be a non pancake fan 🤨

[@tpiesandcookies]

@@MobstrLobster I know!! Welcome to my world.

[@annamartin9472]

Were they savory pancakes?

[@tpiesandcookies]

@@annamartin9472 More or less. They were not too sweet until you add the syrup. They were very buttery tasting. You could omit some or all of the sugar to ensure they are savory.

[@Samy-jp4ry]

I love this recipe! I’ve tried other pancake recipes and never liked them, but this one is awesome! They are crispy and soft, delicious 🥰

[@cece8237]

I have been eating pancakes made with Bisquick for 35 years and cooking them on a cast iron skillet. The ingredients are the same with adding baking powder and lemon juice create the chemical reaction in the batter that makes them light and fluffy. I’m gonna try this recipe the next time I make pancakes 😊

[@alenazelentskaya962]

I usually don’t do this but I tried this recipe and made my whole family obsessed 😍 Guys it’s a must!🙌🙌

[@thenewtowncryer]

its a no-braineR!

[@DataLog]

Ok, but it's not a pancake...

[@NinajGful]

I love this chefs presentation and humor so much! He speaks from the heart!!!! I had to laugh so much when he said: "DO NOT STIR". And honestly this pancake recipe is the best. I am not sure what I have been eating before xD

[@yolkycheeks]

🤣He's hilarious

[@minirunchan]

I love how you explained everysteps in details.❤ Definitely try make this

[@MikaelaMaverix]

Oh wow, I'm gonna make THIS recipe today! I really like how he explained how to serve them too 😊

[@user-ef5id9km3p]

This is literally the best pancake tutorial on youtube. Trust me.

[@talhithesilly]

Yeah me too

[@jamikojonen6436]

Yeah but he wasn't kidding about eating only 3, at 3 I thought they were great and then ate 3 more and want to vomit lol

[@abobrett6703]

😅 relatable

[@sberry55]

No

[@missgirl3410]

I am telling you, this is the BEST pancake I have EVER had. This blew away my expectations.

[@rickacton7540]

you must like aluminum in your food.

[@peripheralvision9976]

@@rickacton7540?

[@HolahkuTaigiTWFormosanDiplomat]

True😢

[@Angel-iw4qd]

​@@rickacton7540💀

[@pilaralegarcia]

THE BEST PANCAKES I'VE EVER TASTE (and made)!! I only can say Thank you chef Frank and Epicurious

[@aliciaguillen9689]

He trabajado en restaurantes ,y déjenme decirles que el 99.9 % tenemos una espátula o cuchara preferida!!😁este hombre es un excelente cheff ,me pongo de pie ,porque no solo te ofrece tu receta ,si no que también agrega sus típs ,en un perfecto combo!!Gracias maestro por ofrecer sus técnicas ,tiene una nueva suscriptora ❤🇲🇽!!!

[@christianl1370]

In Sweden we usually make thin pancakes, almost like crepes. But I’ve always enjoyed American pancakes aswell. I just made these, and I’ve got to say they are the best american pancakes I’ve ever made or eaten! I split the recipe in 3 and got 6 pancakes. They were so good that I stood by the pan and ate them as they were done

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

😂😂😂🍽 Love these and buttermilk pancakes. Yep, and straight outta the pan!

[@djsilversun]

Add some diced apple into the batter and top them with cinnamon sugar to get a classic German dish called Apfelküchelchen (little apple pancakes)

[@M_Ladd]

Love thin pancakes! Might you share a recipe?

[@cher545]

My grandmother always made me Swedish pancakes growing up. We have the boxed ones here in America they are really good. My kids love them too.

[@stefanformgren4978]

@@M_Ladd a regular is 4 egg 6 dl milk 2.5 dl flower 0.5 tsk Salt 1 msk melted butter al the dry things in bowl and put in half the milk , stire it smooth and then the rest of milk and butter let it relax 15min before fry them then I just eat it with whipped cream and "yam" :)

[@briancarpenter86]

For those that need it I have weighed out everything into grams for this recipe which makes incredible pancakes. Thank you chef! Recipe is as follows: Homemade pancake mix recipe: One full serving is 20 ounces total of dry mix which should equal 50 ounces combined with wet. Half a serving should be 10 ounces of dry mix and when combined with wet equal 25 ounces. Ingredients one full serving of pancake mix, or 50 ounces: Dry Mix: - [ ] 394 g of all purpose, flour - [ ] 6 g of baking soda - [ ] 14 g of baking powder - [ ] 12 g of salt - [ ] 70 g of sugar Wet mix: - [ ] 540 g of milk - [ ] 60 g of vegetable oil - [ ] 12 g vanilla extract - [ ] 60 g of apple cider vinegar - [ ] Three. Eggs.

[@Ria-xl7kz]

This is truly NEXT LEVEL. I've tried it several times. Foolproof coz it was perfect at my first try. & I'm an average cook. I ate it all. I never looked or even considered any other pancake recipe again. Thank you, Chef Proto & Epicurious!! 😘🤗

[@merlinswife]

made these today but with bacon grease instead of oil. they're perfect! thank you, chef frank! 😊

[@sitijamilah3454]

I loves how this recipe turns out. Clear instructions and techniques . Fluffy and moist ❤️For the first time I even made the whipped butter. As an Asian pancakes is never on the menu for breakfast. Thanks to Chef, It’s now officially our favourite for breakfast !

[@stephaniehyatt309]

*I love that all of these measurements are easily divisible by 3 - perfect for one person. I'm having pancakes for dinner! Thanks for this recipe. Easier than mine :) *Note: I made these, and made 2 mistakes; 1) I should have added blueberries and 2) I should have used my slightly more difficult, but significantly better, recipe. If you're going to use this recipe, separate the egg and whip the white until stiff peaks form. Then, fold it into to the rest of mixture. Not only does this make light, fluffy, and tall pancakes, but the butter on the griddle makes the edges delicately crisp and flavorful. But seriously - blueberries added after they are on the griddle kicks any pancakes up to world-class deliciousness!

[@ericakestyn1939]

You’ve got admirable self control

[@TehBIGrat]

Oh I thought the list in the video was for a single serving.

[@briannabryan2014]

Yikes this is a single serving for me 😜

[@benromeo2430]

Agree! I used 2/3 of the ingredient amounts and it made 16 pancakes roughly the same size as Frank's.

[@HISIAM888RUHIS888]

Where do you get the Written Recipe?? It’s a sad thing they don’t post it!

[@josephmchugh4719]

I followed Frank's advice here and now it's my go-to pancake recipe.

[@georgehrichak6991]

These are so delicious, thanks for the recipe!

[@jopiguitar]

Thank you for providing a recipe with a buttermilk alternative, Chef Frank. That ingredient does not exist in my neck of the woods and being unable to replicate the recipes I see online because of it is a huge bummer.

[@bearo8]

If you are like Frank you make the buttermilk yourself! 😉

[@jopiguitar]

@@tylerholt6828 I like having healthcare access, thanks.

[@SevenHunnid]

on my KZbin channel, i do food reviews while I’m super high💯💯

[@Rokegle135]

You probably have heavy cream at your grocery store and you can use that to make buttermilk.

[@bearo8]

@@jopiguitar come to Germany. We have both!

[@aeonise]

The "faux buttermilk", as my family calls it, works brilliantly. I've used it in pancakes, biscuits, and lots of other recipes that call for buttermilk, and I've never been able to tell a difference. Just needs about 1 tbsp vinegar per 1 cup of milk (whole milk is best, but even skim works if you cut back the vinegar a little). You can use white vinegar instead of cider vinegar if you want, the difference there is minimal. The only thing is I like to let the vinegar sit in the milk for a minute or two to develop before mixing it into other ingredients.

[@buffalogal9139]

Thanks for the info about faux buttermilk; I too buy a quart, use a cup or two and throw the rest out.

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

Thanks for the tips!

[@heinrichgerhardt6119]

Yeah, I used skim milk with the "correct" amount of vinegar and the pancakes tasted like vinegar--inedible. Since I have even less use for whole milk than buttermilk, I'll experiment with less vinegar next time. Or lemon juice, which I'd guess would also work as an acid on the milk. Also didn't let milk/vinegar mixture sit for a while.

[@aeonise]

@@heinrichgerhardt6119 I haven't used skim for it in ages, but I recall having to reduce the vinegar to 1.5 tbsp per cup of milk, maybe a bit less even. It does take some experimentation to find the balance that works right for you since things like altitude can further impact how fast the vinegar and baking soda react. And definitely try adding the vinegar and letting it sit 1-2mins before stirring it into the milk. I don't know exactly why that helps, but it always seems to make my pancakes a little better. Good luck!

[@judygillespie3242]

@@buffalogal9139 I like to drink the rest. Just a little salt and pepper and it's delicious 😋

[@amyluu6402]

OMG!!! This is the best video I’ve ever tried to cook!! Was such a big hit!!!!

[@amberleaf7]

Thank you! This worked out great, my family loved it. Even with the egg-replacer (vegan), this recipe was my best.

[@elenaflores7523]

I made these for the first time and this is the only recipe I’ll use for now on. I liked how he explained why he used certain ingredients. Fluffy and good!!!

[@SunFlower-pz9px]

Chef Frank. Thank you so much for this recipe it’s the best pancakes me and my family had !!!! I appreciate you for putting this delicious 😋 recipe on KZbin we truly loved it . ❤️

[@adalaideafternoontea7022]

Had these today. No lie, they are so fluffy and crispy with the edges cooked on melted butter. Half recipe yielded about a dozen small pancakes. Finished making and cooking them in no time too. Best pancake recipe I've tried. Thank you for sharing this recipe. ☺️

[@1monagale]

My favorite chef, excellent explanations. ❤

[@LadyRustedKnight]

From an oldster who traveled and had 5🌟meals, best pancakes ever had a pinch of nutmeg (1/8th teaspoon) in batter. I bugged the chef to tell me his secret. Too much makes the batter bitter, don’t cheat (his words). Maple syrup compliments the light hint of mystery spice. Been making them for just shy of 50 yrs.

[@sunglee2048]

This is the greatest thing I've seen the whole week. I watched it twice and now preparing to replicate this. Thanks Frank!

[@shirlprada2447]

❤awesome pancakes. I made them this morning and oh boy they are simply the best. Thank you Frank they are frankly perfect 🎉

[@DarElBarka]

Best chef ever. Lots of butter and lots of sirop. Heavenly!!!

[@tahreerbenyamin637]

Watching chef Frank cooking is so much fun. You make everything easy.

[@reginabillotti]

@V Lakehunt Epic Frank's content is infinitely better than yours

[@brittanyrahuba5280]

My husband and i struggle to make pancakes all the time. I made this recipe and they were absolutely perfect. Best pancakes ive ever had!

[@tmo7734]

Excellent video. I like your no-nonsense style, Chef. Thank you so much. -Tim

[@z0mb1e564]

The title should be “Frank’s Butter and Syrup Sponges”. Never thought I’d say too much butter but here we are Frank.

[@kukachoo42]

you must be fun at parties

[@Shay416]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@TravDadGamer]

I have to agree. While they had a buttery taste that my kid loved, they weren't particularly soft and flaky. They were mostly butter sponges

[@LettMCax]

La mayoría de videos de receta te dicen cómo hacerlo, pero este tipo se dedica a decirte también que no hacer y eso es igual de importante, vuelve todo más sencillo 👏🏻

[@chaddfry5345]

Merry Christmas! One of my daughters is a pancake fanatic, so I followed this recipe to make her special pancakes. I followed the recipe to the letter (except for using butter to cook them), and they came out perfect. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

[@mariamay5960]

My husband and I have been looking for a quick and delicious pank ake recipe. We can officially say your recipe is the best one we have made and eaten.

[@MariaRamirez-jm3cj]

Sir, you just said something that happens to me all the time about the “Buttermilk”. Wow! Finally someone understood my huge problem!!! And of course I am subscribing!!!!!

[@andreavaniap]

FINALLY. A RECIPE THAT ACTUALLY WORKS 🎉 I've tried many other recipes, claiming for fluffiness. But this is the first one that works soo well. Made it couple times already and i can tell you its foolproof!

[@saoirsevalier]

I made these today and can confirm that they were absolutely delicious! Light, fluffy and super satisfying!

[@sasss7060]

Being so passionate about eating and making pancakes your video is the best recipe i ever tried! Thank you so much

[@jeevankrishnan17]

Glad I found the perfect recipe. Exactly the way I'd love my pancakes❤. Thank you!

[@cassisanne2445]

I made my own pancakes today for the very first time following this recipe and although I mixed the batter way too much (couldn't refrain myself) they still ended up tasting amazing. So thank you Franck for helping me improve my cooking skills! ☺

[@lovejoy8674]

I literally just just made these wonderful pancakes & they’re absolutely delicious fluffy & light. Batter was a little thick because used buttermilk which made it thicker so I thinned it out with ice cold water. The tip about folding batter then leaving it alone, worked perfectly!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@mariadelmardospasos]

This is it! The holy grails of pancake recipe! Thank you! Truly, the best pancakes I have ever eaten!

[@sarana77]

Yes! I can confirm these come out AMAZING

[@chotikakawinchotihirun1922]

I did it this morning and it was the best pancake I have ever made ❤ LOVE THIS SO MUCH 🥰 Thank you for the recipe 😘

[@nataliemancini7928]

I just made these and they were AMAZING!!! I never thought I could make home made pancakes that were actually good. I've made homemade pancakes from other recipes and they were just awful. But I made these and they were some of the best pancakes I've ever had. The buttermilk, eggs and vanilla are a total game changer. If you're considering making these, just make them and you won't be disappointed!

[@rickacton7540]

you must like aluminum in your food.

[@FINEDIAMOND]

Chef Frank, as a pancake lover, I thank you for this recipe and showing us how to make it!!! 😁

[@ginaconcialdi4352]

Great Video! Love the advice on milk and vinegar, my buttermilk sits in the fridge as well after 1 use. I’ve never seen pancakes that look that amazing. Thank you!❤️

[@haileydawn1271]

As a Canadian, real maple syrup can’t be beat, especially on the different grades/season, they all have such a different flavour! Mmmmm

[@daniellel256]

Being from Quebec, I completely agree. Only maple syrup

[@STAIND12300]

I personally think fresh maple syrup is too sweet for me. Though it is good

[@haileydawn1271]

@@STAIND12300 a little bit definitely goes a long way!

[@lordbacon4972]

I'm Canadian too, but i prefer Aunt Jemima syrup every time on my pancake! mmmm!! (i find maple syrup has a weird taste i am not used to)

[@saraeissa4954]

@@lordbacon4972same lol I guess I just have an urban Toronto taste

[@DEVUNK88]

Dear chef, as a maple syrup producer and maple lover I love the way you eat your pancakes, one suggestion I have learned to do is once I have the butter in between each layer I enjoy cutting the stack into at least quarters before pour syrup over them. This way that syrup runs down into the stack and starts absorbing into my bite size pieces. Thanks for the great recipe! Definitely going to start making my pancakes this way. More butter more better!

[@angelisajimenez3915]

Thank you 👍 best recipe yet. Making these now & they are bussin🤤

[@jesseniagonzalez6747]

Just tried it for my toddler and he loves it ! Added chocolate chips for my teenage daughter and she gobbled it up. The best recipe for pancakes ! I will never buy store mix again!

[@LeMayJoseph]

Frank is one of my favorite instructors ever!

[@LeMayJoseph]

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[@bigstud98]

Dont forget cowboy kent rollins.

[@melodyssong4916]

This year I bought myself a big bag of buttermilk powder to use in my baking, and I am SO happy with it. I don't go to the grocery store very often, and I would always have either not enough milk, or milk that spoiled, and I was tired of it. I mix the buttermilk powder into my dry ingredients and the corresponding amount of water into my wet ingredients, it works perfectly and nothing ever spoils or runs out at the worst moment. Love it.

[@markalanjacobson]

I'm glad I found this channel. You cook the way I would cook for guests or myself on a special occasion. Yum yum.

[@IndieCindy3]

I made these today and they were the best pancakes I’ve ever had in my life! Thank you, chef!! 🙌 I doubt I’ll ever use another recipe so long as I live.

[@jimbear8888]

I love the fact that the pancakes are just a delivery system for the whipped butter!! You make them absolutely perfect!!

[@purplesoda793]

Suggestion for everyone about the buttermilk alternative. Instead of using milk+ vinegar which only mimics the acidity of the buttermilk but not the taste. Make a mixture of 1/3 yogurt (or sour cream) and 2/3 water. This will make something with way more similar flavor but with more common ingredients. 😊

[@shadiaabdullah4354]

Thank you for the tip

[@carrington2949]

Adding this to my baking arsenal. Thank you

[@SamSam-ke9zy]

I hope so, the taste was a bit off with the vinegar.

[@Nikos_Koumpouras_16.12]

Also you can mix yogurt with milk!

[@carrington2949]

@@Nikos_Koumpouras_16.12 In what proportions?

[@Soraiya]

These are WAY better than any pancake I've ever had! Even substituting with what I had on hand: watered-down yoghurt as "milk", coconut sugar to reduce the glycemic spike, and a combo of all purpose and einkorn flours. Absolutely the most flavorful, tangy, delicious pancakes I've ever had. Will reduce the salt slightly next time to suit our palate. Thank you for this!

[@nahathurairaju1131]

Must try this method - I learnt a few tips of using the hot plate, and his mixing method for the soft spongy pancake 🥞 I made pancakes today without the sugar. Thanks very much 👍.

[@nahtanha]

I've been using a similar recipe for years, but am very interested to try substituting the buttermilk! Frank is right, the remainder sits there and nearly always gets thrown out unless you deliberately plan use it. Also I've probably been over mixing the batter, but it still makes excellent pancakes. If they can be BETTER I'll never go out for pancakes ever again

[@maamisoospices3028]

Thank you so much! This is the best American pancake recipe I have ever come across. So fluffy and just-right.

[@roxannes662]

i love his charisma.. its whats making me continue to watch 😍

[@nvlddmkm1282]

The tip about apple cider vinegar and milk alone, is worth a thumbs up.

[@jeremystansak8002]

I am absolutely impressed with these pancakes. I made them for breakfast this morning and without a doubt, they are the best homemade recipe I’ve ever had. You are a great chef and teacher! Thank you for sharing your recipe and techniques with us.

[@adamhuffman3354]

Yea! Priceless info! Great video! If I could tip him I would!

[@jadereynolds257]

This is exactly how my Louisiana grandmother's pancakes always turned out.....I have never understood how she got those thick almost dense centers with such a crispy edge until this moment. I do know Crisco and a cast iron were involved....but your method seems more achievable for me. Thank you, Chef! (I actually always preferred mine slightly underdone in the center)

[@junefoster924]

I made these this morning. The very best they I've ever had! Thank you, Chef!