With flour, sugar, milk, and oil, you can make a simple and delicious dessert called "Pancakes." Here's a basic pancake recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or any neutral-flavored oil)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- 1 large egg (optional, for added richness)
Instructions:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt (if using).
If you're using an egg, crack it into the milk and beat them together before adding them to the dry ingredients. If not using an egg, simply add the milk to the dry ingredients.
Gradually add the vegetable oil to the mixture and whisk until you have a smooth batter. The batter should be thick but pourable. If it's too thick, you can add a little more milk.
Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. You can lightly grease the surface with oil or butter, but since the batter contains oil, it may not be necessary.
Once the pan is hot, pour about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook until you see bubbles forming on the surface and the edges start to look set.
Flip the pancakes and cook for another minute or two on the other side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the pancakes from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, honey, fresh fruits, whipped cream, or chocolate sauce.
This recipe is a classic, but you can always customize your pancakes by adding ingredients like chocolate chips, blueberries, or cinnamon for extra flavor. Enjoy your homemade pancakes for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat!