Air fry pancakes

Air Fryer Pancakes

Servings: 1–2 (can double)

Prep Time: 5–10 minutes

Cook Time: 6–10 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ cup milk (any kind)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Cooking spray or a little oil for greasing

Optional toppings:

  • Maple syrup, honey, fresh fruits, chocolate chips, or powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Small heatproof pan or cake pan that fits in your air fryer basket

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat

  • Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 3–5 minutes.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a bowl, combine:
    • ½ cup flour
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • Pinch of salt
  • Whisk together so everything is evenly mixed.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

  • In another bowl, whisk together:
    • ½ cup milk
    • 1 egg
    • 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla (optional)

Step 4: Combine

  • Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
  • Mix gently until just combined.
    • Tip: Don’t overmix; small lumps are fine. Overmixing makes pancakes tough.

Step 5: Prepare Air Fryer Pan

  • Lightly grease a small pan, silicone mold, or cake pan that fits in your air fryer basket.
  • Pour batter into the pan (about ½–¾ inch thick).

Step 6: Cook in Air Fryer

  • Place the pan in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 6–10 minutes.
  • Check at 6 minutes: the pancake should be golden and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
  • If not fully cooked, continue 1–2 minutes and check again.

Step 7: Serve

  • Let the pancake cool for 1–2 minutes.
  • Use a spatula to carefully remove it from the pan.
  • Add your favorite toppings: syrup, fruit, chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.