This Martha Stewart Pancakes Recipe is a light and fluffy breakfast favorite, which uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and milk. It’s a no-fuss take on homemade pancakes, perfect for a weekend brunch, ready in just 20 minutes.
Martha Stewart Pancakes Recipe Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or vegetable oil)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for greasing pan)
- Assorted toppings (butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, honey, jams, whipped cream, chocolate syrup)

How To Make Martha Stewart Pancakes Recipe
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 200°F. Prepare a baking sheet or heatproof platter to keep pancakes warm.
- Whisk dry ingredients: In a small bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk milk, melted butter (or oil), and egg.
- Mix batter: Add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Whisk until just moistened—small lumps are okay.
- Heat skillet or griddle: Warm a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium. Lightly oil using a paper towel dipped in oil.
- Spoon and shape batter: Use 2–3 tablespoons of batter per pancake. Spread into rounds—fit 2–3 at a time in a large skillet.
- Cook first side: Cook until bubbles form and begin to pop on surface, 1–2 minutes.
- Flip and finish: Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve or keep warm: Transfer to baking sheet and keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining batter.

Recipe Tips
- How to make pancakes fluffier:
Don’t overmix the batter—lumps are okay! - Can I make the batter ahead of time?
Yes, but for best texture, cook fresh. You can store batter up to 1 day in the fridge. - What skillet is best for pancakes?
A nonstick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet gives best results. - Can I freeze leftover pancakes?
Absolutely—cool completely, then freeze in a zip-top bag. - How do I reheat pancakes?
Toast in a toaster or warm in a 300°F oven for 5–10 minutes.
What To Serve With Pancakes
These pancakes pair beautifully with:
- Crispy bacon or breakfast sausage
- Fresh fruit or fruit compote
- Greek yogurt with honey
- Scrambled eggs
- A smoothie or glass of orange juice

How To Store Pancakes
Refrigerate: Store cooked pancakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Cool completely and freeze with parchment between layers for up to 2 months.
Pancakes Nutrition Facts
- Calories: ~150 kcal per pancake
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 7g
- Sugar: 4g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes, but the texture will be denser—try half white, half whole wheat.
Why are my pancakes tough?
Overmixing the batter can cause toughness.
What if I don’t have baking powder?
You can substitute 1/2 tsp baking soda plus 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar.
Can I add fruit to the batter?
Yes! Try blueberries, sliced bananas, or mini chocolate chips.
Do I need to let the batter rest?
Not required, but a 5-minute rest can improve texture.
Try More Recipes:
- Martha Stewart Lemon Sugar Cookies
- Martha Stewart Gingerbread Cookies Recipe
- Martha Stewart Fired Me Cookie Recipe
Martha Stewart Pancakes Recipe
Description
Fluffy, homemade pancakes with simple ingredients—ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°F. Prepare warming tray.
- Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, butter/oil, egg.
- Combine wet and dry. Mix until just moistened.
- Heat and grease skillet. Scoop 2–3 tbsp batter per pancake.
- Cook 1–2 minutes, flip, cook 1–2 more.
- Keep warm or serve with toppings.
