I have neglected this blog for too long, but worry not - I. AM. BACK. And what better way to start back up than with breakfast! I have a bit of an extended weekend this week by having this gloomy Monday off of work, but instead of staying in bed for most of the day I decided to wake up and make myself pancakes as a treat! Let me fill you in on a little secret, I used to HATE making pancakes...but that was only because I could never figure out how to cook them fully, while simultaneously trying not to burn them. My boyfriend always jokes that he cooks pancakes better than me, and I cook eggs better than him, but today I think that changed. Maybe it was because I went into it with low expectations, maybe it was pure luck, maybe it was because I finally learned to not add so much batter and to lower the heat (yes, that was it); whatever it was these pancakes were not only appealing, but appetizing too! Now I didn’t get very fancy with these recipe, so keep that in mind, but honestly these still are the essential element/base to fancy pancakes - so dress them up if you’d like! EASY Breakfast Pancakes 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour (Leveled) 2 Tbs Sugar 2 tsp Baking Powder A pinch of salt 3/4 Cup Milk of choice (+ a few more Tbs incase mixture is too thick) 2 Tbs unsalted butter (or any butter substitute) 1 Large Egg OPTIONAL: Dash of Cinnamon In a mixing bowl combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt (+ cinnamon). In another small bowl beat together the milk and egg. In a slightly larger bowl melt the butter, and let cool for a minute or two. Next, stir in the milk/egg mixture into the melted butter. (Make sure you are whisking constantly to blend and to avoid any curdling.) Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix it in just enough to moisten the mixture. It WILL look a little lumpy. This is the consistency you want, since an overworked mixture equals tough and chewy pancakes. If your batter seems too thick add a bit more milk! (I had to add another 2 Tbs to mine using Almond Milk) Heat your pan over medium heat + coat it with your choice of butter/oil. Take a 1/4 measuring cup or large spoon to scoop your batter and slowly drop it onto your heated pan. Wait until you see the top surface bubble up and then flip and cook until the other side is a golden brown. Feel free to lift your pancake and peek to make sure it isn’t burning! (Also if need be, adjust the heat - everyone’s stove is different.) Serve immediately, or use something to cover your pancakes to keep them warm! I use a microwave food cover over the plate of cooked pancakes until I am done making all of the pancakes. TIP: Top with syrup, powdered sugar, fruit, Nutella, lemon curd, or whatever your heart desires! Tell me, what are some of your favorite breakfast foods? xxx Demi













