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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast Recipes » Fluffy Pancakes {With Self-Rising Flour!}

    Fluffy Pancakes {With Self-Rising Flour!}

    Published: Apr 18, 2022 · Modified: Mar 14, 2023 by Lynn Polito · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.

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    The perfect pancakes do exist! These light and fluffy Pancakes with Self-Rising flour only have 5 ingredients! No need to worry about baking soda or baking powder, these pancakes don't need it!

    A piece of the stack of pancakes with self-rising flour is on a fork.

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    The battle to make the perfect homemade pancakes has long been a struggle of mine. Sometimes they are too dense, sometimes they are too thin, but these pancakes have the perfect texture and feel.

    The best part is, you don't have to use any leavening agent! The self-rising flour does all the hard work that the baking soda or baking powder would usually do!

    Slather the cooked pancakes with room temperature butter, high-quality maple syrup, and a side of fresh fruit for a filling and satisfying breakfast!

    Jump to:
    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Different Types of Flour
    • Ingredients List For Pancakes with Self-Rising Flour
    • Equipment You'll Need
    • How To Make Pancakes with Self-Rising Flour
    • Variations
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Other Recipes To Try!
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    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • It's an easy recipe to make! No need to break out the stand mixer or the hand mixer, this recipe is mixed by hand and then cooked up. So simple!
    • It's versatile! This is just the base pancake batter recipe. Add blueberries, chocolate chips, sprinkles, or strawberries to the batter. The possibilities are endless!
    • They are made with simple ingredients! These delicious pancakes are made with only 5 ingredients. You can't beat that! Pancake mix might be convenient, but I don't like all the added ingredients in the mix. This recipe is just as easy as a pancake mix and even more delicious!
    A stack of pancakes with self-rising flour are in the middle with milk in the background.

    Different Types of Flour

    Self-rising flour is all purpose flour that has baking powder and a small pinch of salt already in it. Classic southern recipes usually use self-rising flour instead of regular flour. Even though some people may think it is self-raising flour, it is actually self-rising flour.

    King Arthur is my favorite variety of self-rising flour. If you don't have a bag of it in your pantry, you can make your own self-rising flour really easily!

    Cake Flour is used to make cakes. It is a finer flour so the cakes stay nice and light and airy. It usually has a lower protein content as well so cakes don't get tough.

    Bread flour is used to make breads like sourdough bread. It has a higher protein content which helps develop the gluten in bread. Bread flour is also made from a harder grain, so it holds up better to making bread and the kneading process.

    Ingredients List For Pancakes with Self-Rising Flour

    Ingredients for the pancakes with self-rising flour
    • Self-Rising Flour- King Arthur is my favorite variety. It can be found in the flour aisle of your grocery store.
    • Sugar- To sweeten the pancake batter just a little.
    • Milk- Whole milk, 2% milk, or your favorite non-dairy milk.
    • Egg- To keep the pancakes together.
    • Melted Butter- To add just a little fat to the pancakes and make them tender. To make these dairy free, use vegetable oil, coconut oil, or your favorite neutral oil along with a non-dairy milk.

    Equipment You'll Need

    • Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Liquid Measuring Cup
    • Spatula
    • Griddle Or Non-Stick Pan
    A slice of the stack of pancakes is taken out.

    How To Make Pancakes with Self-Rising Flour

    • In a large bowl, mix together the flour and sugar. Set that aside.
    • In a liquid measuring cup or medium bowl, add the milk. Add the egg and melted butter and whisk well until fully combined.
    • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix until fully combined. There might be a few lumps left in the pancake batter and that is ok. Do not overmix the batter as you will have tough pancakes.
    • Preheat a skillet or a non-stick pan over medium low heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter onto the griddle.
    • Pour a ½ cup of batter onto the hot griddle. If you want smaller pancakes, use ¼ cup or an ice cream scoop. Allow the pancakes to cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side. When you see air bubbles coming up through the pancake and the edges start to look dry, you are ready to flip the pancakes.
    • With a spatula, carefully flip the pancakes over. Cook for them 2-3 minutes more until they are golden brown. Serve immediately.

    Hot Tip: Resist the urge to push the pancakes down with the spatula once you flip them. Let them cook on their own and only touch them each time you flip them. Pushing them down while they cook with result in a tough, dense pancake.

    The butter and milk are mixed together.
    The wet ingredients are poured into the dry ingredients.
    The pancakes are being cooked

    Variations

    • Add some spices! Add a teaspoon of cinnamon, vanilla extract, or pumpkin spice seasoning to kick up the flavor!
    • Make them chocolate chip! Chocolate chip pancakes are a staple in my house. My kids love a 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips added to the pancake batter! Sometimes I even just let my little helper throw handfuls of chocolate chips into the batter. You only live once, right?
    • Make them blueberry! Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries to the batter to make them blueberry pancakes.
    A close up of the stack of pancakes.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you freeze these pancakes?

    Yes! I love to freeze pancakes. It's a great way to make the pancakes ahead of time and then enjoy them throughout the week. Cook the pancakes completely and allow them to cool. When they are completely cooled, place them on a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze them. When they are frozen solid, take them off the baking sheet and place them in a Ziploc bag or airtight container for up to 3 months. To defrost, place them in the microwave or toaster oven until they are heated through.

    Can I use plain flour for these pancakes?

    Yes! If you only have plain flour, or all-purpose flour in the house you can still make these pancakes. Use 2 teaspoons of baking powder per 2 cups of plain flour.

    The consistency of the pancakes is too thick, how can I adjust that?

    If you prefer a thinner pancakes, simply add more milk. Add a tablespoon of milk at a time until you reach your desired consistency. If you prefer a thicker batter, simply add 1 tablespoon more flour into the batter until you reach the consistency that you are happy with.

    Five pancakes with self rising flour are stacked on a plate.

    Other Recipes To Try!

    Did you love these Fluffy Pancakes with Self-Rising Flour recipe? If you did, don't forget to tag me on social media here on Instagram or Facebook and share this recipe on Pinterest! Thanks for sharing this journey with me and enjoy these delicious recipes!

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    A piece of the stack of pancakes with self-rising flour is on a fork.

    Fluffy Pancakes {With Self-Rising Flour}

    The perfect pancakes do exist! These light and fluffy Pancakes with Self-Rising flour only have 5 ingredients! No need to worry about baking soda or baking powder, these pancakes don't need it!
    5 from 17 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes
    Servings: 12 Pancakes
    Calories: 131kcal
    Author: Lynn Polito

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Liquid Measuring Cup
    • Spatula
    • Griddle Or Non Stick Pan

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Self Rising Flour
    • 1 tablespoon Sugar
    • 1 ¾ cup Whole Milk
    • 1 Egg
    • 3 tablespoon Butter Melted

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, mix together the flour and sugar. Set that aside.
    • In a liquid measuring cup or medium bowl, add the milk. Add the egg and melted butter and whisk well until fully combined.
    • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix until fully combined. There might be a few lumps left in the pancake batter and that is ok. Do not overmix the batter as you will have tough pancakes.
    • Preheat a skillet or a non-stick pan and melt 1 tablespoon of butter onto the griddle.
    • Pour a ½ cup of batter onto the skillet. If you want smaller pancakes, use ¼ cup of an ice cream scoop. Allow the pancakes to cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side. When you see air bubbles coming up through the pancake and the edges start to look dry, you are ready to flip the pancakes.
    • With a spatula, carefully flip the pancakes over. Cook for them 2-3 minutes more until they are golden brown. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • This batter will make 12 medium pancakes.  If you would like them smaller, use a smaller scoop.  If you prefer bigger pancakes, use a bigger scoop.
    • Whole milk, 2%, 1% or you favorite non-dairy milk will work in this recipe.
    • Add chocolate chips, blueberries, sprinkles, or spices to kick up the flavor of this pancake batter.  Think of this as the base recipe, and add your favorite add ins.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. AR

      November 11, 2022 at 7:43 pm

      I want to make fluffy banana pancakes. What changes do I have to make in this recipe? Less milk? Thank you

      Reply
      • lynnswayoflife

        November 12, 2022 at 6:58 am

        I haven't tried making banana pancakes. I've made strawberry banana pancakes if you want to check that recipe out.

        Reply
    2. Glenda

      October 03, 2022 at 7:59 pm

      5 stars
      Okay, that hero shot! I want to reach right into the computer screen and grab that stack of pancakes. It's gorgeous!

      I am so excited to have a quick and easy pancake recipe that everyone in the house agrees on. These are a hit! Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Fanny

      August 20, 2022 at 5:35 am

      5 stars
      Just perfect! So easy I made it twice in a day!
      The family adored it!
      Thank you ❤️

      Reply
      • lynnswayoflife

        August 20, 2022 at 7:07 am

        I love hearing that! Thank you for making my recipe!

        Reply
    4. Alex Bala

      April 19, 2022 at 2:24 pm

      5 stars
      I love fluffy pancakes and these turned out perfect! I will be making this recipe again!

      Reply
    5. Eileen Kelly

      April 19, 2022 at 1:46 pm

      5 stars
      The easiest and most pancakes we have ever made. A great recipe for fluffy pancakes. Just a few ingredients and so delicious.

      Reply
    6. Patrice

      April 19, 2022 at 12:30 pm

      5 stars
      OMG!!!! These turned out perfect. No need for us to buy that premade powder stuff anymore. Also, thank you for the tip on not pushing them down when I flip them.

      Reply
    7. Susannah

      April 19, 2022 at 9:28 am

      5 stars
      These are the fluffiest pancakes! Cannot wait to make them again next weekend.

      Reply
    8. Jennifer

      April 19, 2022 at 8:59 am

      5 stars
      These are just about the fluffiest pancakes - ever! They soaked up all the syrup which is just how I like them!

      Reply
    9. Aya

      April 19, 2022 at 6:31 am

      5 stars
      I love an easy and fluffy pancake recipe! The use of self rising flour is genius and saves so much time. Thanks for the awesome recipe!

      Reply
    10. Mandy Applegate

      April 19, 2022 at 4:01 am

      5 stars
      Thanks to your tip of not pressing the pancake after flipping it, I made the best fluffiest pancake EVER!

      Reply
    11. Rupali

      April 19, 2022 at 3:31 am

      5 stars
      These turned out so light and fluffy!

      Reply
    12. Linda

      April 19, 2022 at 1:42 am

      5 stars
      This is exactly how I want my pancakes from now on. Fluffy, moist, and delicious!

      Reply
    13. Sherry

      April 19, 2022 at 12:54 am

      5 stars
      I have been looking for a fluffy pancakes recipe to make on my Blackstone griddle. Your pancake recipe turned out perfect and my family loved it.

      Reply
    14. Kathy Hester

      April 18, 2022 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy these are!

      Reply
    15. Megan

      April 18, 2022 at 5:25 pm

      5 stars
      Nothing beats fluffy pancakes! We love how easy this recipe is; great for the kids to do!

      Reply
      • marilyn

        February 28, 2023 at 1:07 pm

        5 stars
        fantastic recipe!! I usually mix up my own pancake batter from scratch, however I had some self rising flour that I wanted to use up....voila!!! great pancakes and soooooo easy!! Thanks for sharing!!

        Reply
        • lynnswayoflife

          February 28, 2023 at 1:50 pm

          You are so welcome! Thank you for making my recipe!

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