How do you make a perfect pancake?

Answer 1

For the best pancakes: * Measure ingredients carefully.Measure flour by lightly spooning it into the measuring cup, then leveling off with the back of a knife. * Don't overbeat the batter. Follow the recipe instructions carefully. If you have time, refrigerate the batter for 30 minutes before you start cooking the pancakes. * Heat the griddle until drops of water dance and evaporate immediately. If your griddle has a temperature control, heat it to 375 degrees F. * Lightly grease the griddle with butter. You only need to use a tablespoon for each batch of pancakes. * Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to pour the batter onto the hot griddle. Pour quickly, keeping at least a 2" space between each pancake. * Let the pancakes cook until the edges start to look dry and bubbles form on the uncooked surface. Don't move the pancakes before this, because they will just break apart. * Use a long handled spatula and carefully slide it under each pancake. Using your wrist, quickly flip the pancakes. Don't worry if your first attempts aren't perfect; you'll get better with practice. * Let the pancakes cook for another minute or two. The second side will not brown as evenly or completely as the first. * Then serve the pancakes immediately! It's better if you can stand by the stove and make the pancakes as your family eats them. They can be kept warm in a 200 degrees F oven, but they're best eaten right out of the pan. * Warm the maple syrup, have the butter softened or melted, and offer a nice selection of syrups, jams, jellies, and sugars. * Enjoy!