Giant American Pancakes

Name: Giant American Pancakes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: Type 00 flour 1 cup; Eggs 3; Whole milk ¼ cup; Baking powder 1 tsp; Vanilla bean 1; Sugar 1 pinch; Fine salt to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Maple syrup to taste; Blueberries to taste; Greek yogurt to taste; Apricots to taste

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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Makes: 3 pieces
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
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Giant American pancakes? Oh, they're the absolute stars of any breakfast table. These aren't your ordinary thin flapjacks. Nope, these are thick pancakes with a soft, sponge-like texture that folks really love. They're big—like, really really big—and every bite is fluffy and moist. Seriously good.

What makes these giant American pancakes stand out is the whole toppings thing. So versatile. People go crazy stacking them high, then topping them with Greek yogurt and fresh fruit. The yogurt—super tangy—adds a nice kick, while the fruit brings a sweet burst, making breakfast feel bright and energetic. I mean, it's the classic American start to the day, no question. You’ll find these pancakes everywhere—from brunch spots to family tables across the U.S.

And the fun part? Trying different toppings. One day it’s berry jam or honey drizzle. Another, crunchy nuts or a chocolate swirl. And look, syrups—especially maple—are a big hit, soaking right into the tender center of every pancake. They’re often compared to European varieties, but these fluffy bites and cake-like moist crumbs make them way way different.

Across the U.S., some families swear by buttermilk to make them even softer and richer. Others stick to the easy pancake recipe that always works. For real. Whatever you choose to pile on top, these pancakes are the highlight of any traditional American breakfast. And they bring people together—comforting and special. Plus, they turn a regular morning into something to celebrate.

So whether it’s a leisurely weekend breakfast or a quick weekday treat, giant American pancakes make every meal feel like an event. Pretty much.

INGREDIENTS

Type 00 flour 1 cup (130 g)

Eggs 3

Whole milk ¼ cup (70 g)

Baking powder 1 tsp (5 g)

Vanilla bean 1

Sugar 1 pinch

Fine salt to taste

Extra virgin olive oil to taste

for topping: Maple syrup to taste; Blueberries to taste; Greek yogurt to taste; Apricots to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Giant American Pancakes

To prepare the giant American pancakes, pour the eggs and milk 1 into a bowl, beat with the whisk 2 to mix the liquids, then add the flour 3.

The baking powder 4, salt 5, a pinch of sugar, and the seeds from the vanilla pod 6. Mix to obtain a smooth and lump-free batter.

Now brush an 8-inch diameter non-stick pan with oil 7. Pour a ladle of batter 8 and rotate the pan to distribute it on the bottom 9.

Cover with the lid 10 and heat over moderate heat until bubbles form on the surface, it will take about 2 minutes. Flip the pancake 11 and cook on the other side for a few minutes, until the bottom starts to brown 12.

Once ready, place the pancakes on a serving plate, spread them with Greek yogurt 13, garnish with blueberries and slices of apricots, then pour maple syrup to taste on top 14. The giant American pancakes are ready, serve them immediately 15.