Donal Skehan is an Irish food writer, television presenter, and YouTube star who is known for his delicious and easy-to-follow recipes. Here is his recipe for fluffy pancakes:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons caster sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 cups (300ml) milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Butter or oil, for greasing the pan

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, caster sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well-combined.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
4. Heat a large non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat. Grease the pan with a small amount of butter or oil.
5. Using a 1/4 cup measure or ladle, pour the batter onto the pan, leaving space between each pancake.
6. Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look dry. Use a spatula to flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the pancake is golden brown on both sides.
7. Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
8. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.

Tips:

• If you want your pancakes to be extra fluffy, separate the egg white from the yolk and beat the egg white until stiff peaks form. Fold the egg white into the batter just before cooking.
• To keep the pancakes warm while cooking the remaining batter, preheat your oven to 200°F and place the cooked pancakes on a baking sheet in the oven until ready to serve.
• If you don’t have caster sugar, you can use granulated sugar instead.
• To prevent the pancakes from sticking to the pan, use a non-stick pan or griddle, or grease the pan with butter or oil before cooking each pancake.

Donal Skehan’s pancake recipe is simple and quick, making it perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends. The addition of vanilla extract adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor that complements any topping you choose. Give this recipe a try and enjoy fluffy, delicious pancakes in no time!