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Homestyle Fluffy Cornmeal Pancake Recipe

This tasty homestyle fluffy cornmeal pancake recipe is so easy to do and perfect for weekday breakfast, slow weekend meals, or even meal prep.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: cornmeal, pancakes
Servings: 16 pancakes
Author: Amy Sandidge

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fine cornmeal
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar optional
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter or oil

Instructions

  • Combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl. Set it aside.
  • In another medium bowl, combine the milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Mix them well.
  • Combine the wet and dry ingredients and whisk together. They should only be whisked until they are combined, do not overmix. This will make a tough pancake.
  • Heat your griddle or pan over medium heat.
  • Brush the heated griddle or pan with butter then scoop on the pancakes with a ⅓-1/2 measuring cup.
  • Cook until small bubbles form on the edges of the pancakes. Flip and cook on the other side until it is golden brown.
  • Top as you like and serve.

Notes

  1. Cool the Pancakes:
    • Allow the freshly cooked pancakes to cool completely to room temperature. This prevents condensation and ice crystals from forming during freezing.
  2. Prepare Parchment Paper:
    • Cut squares of parchment paper or wax paper, slightly larger than the size of each pancake. This will prevent the pancakes from sticking together.
  3. Separate Pancakes:
    • If the pancakes are stacked, gently separate them to ensure even freezing and easier individual retrieval later.
  4. Wrap Individually:
    • Place a piece of parchment paper between each pancake, and then wrap each pancake individually with freezer-safe plastic wrap or aluminum foil. This helps prevent freezer burn and keeps the pancakes fresh.
  5. Store in Freezer Bags or Containers:
    • Place the individually wrapped pancakes in airtight freezer bags or containers. Label with the date for reference.
  6. Remove Excess Air:
    • If using freezer bags, try to remove as much air as possible before sealing. This helps maintain the quality of the pancakes.
  7. Store in the Freezer:
    • Put the freezer bags or containers in the freezer. Store them in a flat position to prevent the pancakes from sticking together.
  8. Reheat When Ready to Serve:
    • When you're ready to enjoy the frozen pancakes, simply remove the desired number of pancakes from the freezer, unwrap them, and reheat in a toaster, toaster oven, microwave, or on a skillet.