If you love a good breakfast dish but often lack time in the morning to make anything, these easy self-rising flour pancakes are just the ticket. Light, fluffy pancakes that are ready in just minutes and can be paired with a number of delicious toppings. What more can you ask for?
When you are in a rush but need a meal to help you start your day off right this pancake recipe makes it easy. Served alongside your favorite breakfast dishes, these quick self-rising flour pancakes are a great start to the morning.
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Why This Recipe Works
This self-rising flour pancake recipe works because it simplifies the process, making it quick and easy to prepare. Self-rising flour eliminates the need to measure out baking powder and salt, reducing prep time and ensuring consistent results. With just a few basic ingredients, you can whip up a batch of fluffy, tender self-rising flour pancakes in minutes.
Another key strength is how easily customizable this recipe is. The batter is a perfect base that can be altered to suit different tastes and dietary needs. Whether you want to mix fruit or chocolate chips into the batter or make them dairy-free or vegan by substituting milk, eggs, and butter with plant-based alternatives, these pancakes adapt easily to your preferences.
Ingredients
Self-Rising Flour:
Self-rising flour is a type of all-purpose flour that contains a leavening agent, typically baking powder, and salt. This combination helps baked goods rise without needing to add additional baking powder or salt to the recipe. It also makes for an incredibly quick and easy pancake recipe that creates light and airy pancakes, every time. There are also gluten-free self-rising flours that you can use instead that combine a blend of gluten-free flours like rice flour, potato starch, and tapioca flour, with baking powder and salt.
Cinnamon:
Cinnamon is often added to self-rising flour pancake recipes to add its warm, sweet, and spicy notes. You can also add some nutmeg, sugar, brown sugar, or coconut sugar to experiment with the flavor profile of your homemade self-rising flour pancakes.
Eggs:
Eggs provide structure, moisture, and richness to these simple self-rising flour pancakes. However, a number of suitable substitutes can be used in place of eggs. Applesauce, mashed banana, yogurt, buttermilk, silken tofu, or a mixture of ground flaxseed with water will all make fluffy self-rising flour pancakes.
Butter:
Melted butter is used to add moisture and richness to the self-rising flour pancake batter. You can also use vegetable oil, coconut oil, canola oil, apple sauce, buttermilk, and Greek yogurt can also be used in place of melted butter.
Milk:
Milk is added to self-rising flour pancake recipes to provide moisture and to help with browning during cooking. As a substitute, you can use plant-based milk (almond, soy, oat), water, or buttermilk for a slightly tangier flavor.
Toppings:
This self-rising flour pancake recipe offers strawberries and a drizzle of honey to top your pancakes. However, there are plenty of different toppings to choose from. Classics like maple syrup, berries, and whipped cream are always a great choice. Create a unique twist by topping your pancakes with caramelized peaches, pan-fried bananas, or candied roasted walnuts.
How to Make Self-Rising Flour Pancakes
Step One:
Add self-rising flour and cinnamon to a bowl and stir to combine.
Step Two:
Add eggs, butter, and milk and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step Three:
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet or pan over medium heat.
Step Four:
Spoon some of the pancake batter into the pan and cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Gently flip the pancake and cook until the middle is solid. Repeat this process with the remaining batter.
Step Five:
Serve your homemade self-rising flour pancakes with a drizzle of honey and fresh strawberries, and enjoy!
Tips
- Before cooking, let the batter rest for a few minutes. This will allow the gluten to relax and the leavening agents to activate.
- Butter has a low burn point, which means it burns quickly. If you notice that the butter is starting to burn, you can switch to an oil with a high burn point, such as vegetable or canola.
What to Serve With Self-Rising Flour Pancakes
Self-rising flour pancakes pair perfectly with a variety of delicious toppings and sides. For a classic breakfast, serve them with butter and syrup, alongside crispy bacon or sausage and scrambled eggs. Fruit salad can add freshness and a burst of natural sweetness, while whipped cream, chocolate chips, or a drizzle of honey offer a more indulgent option.
FAQs
How thick should the self-rising flour pancake batter be?
The self-rising flour pancake batter should be thick but pourable, similar to a slightly runny yogurt. It should easily spread when ladled onto the griddle but hold its shape. If the batter is too thick, add a bit of milk; if too thin, add a little more flour.
Why are my self-rising flour pancakes not fluffy?
Your self-rising flour pancakes might not be fluffy due to overmixing the batter, which can develop gluten and result in dense pancakes. Additionally, using old self-rising flour or cooking on too low heat can prevent proper rising. Ensure the batter is gently mixed, and the griddle is preheated.
What's the best way to store leftover self-rising flour pancakes?
To store leftover self-rising flour pancakes, let them cool completely before stacking them with parchment paper between each pancake to prevent sticking. Place the stack in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. They can then be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and in the freezer for 3 months.
What's the best way to reheat leftover self-rising flour pancakes?
The best way to reheat leftover self-rising flour pancakes is to use a toaster or an oven. For a quick option, toast the pancakes for 1-2 minutes until warm and slightly crispy.
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Self-Rising Flour Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 ¾ cups milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup honey for serving
- 1 cup strawberries for serving
Instructions
- Add self-rising flour and cinnamon to a bowl and stir to combine.
- Add eggs, butter, and milk and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet or pan over medium heat.
- Spoon some of the pancake batter into the pan and cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Gently flip the pancake and cook until the middle is solid. Repeat this process with the remaining batter.
- Serve your homemade self-rising flour pancakes with a drizzle of honey and fresh strawberries, and enjoy!
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Notes
- Before cooking, let the batter rest for a few minutes. This will allow the gluten to relax and the leavening agents to activate.
- Butter has a low burn point, which means it burns quickly. If you notice that the butter is starting to burn, you can switch to an oil with a high burn point, such as vegetable or canola.