Pancakes with Raspberry Jam

To prepare these delicious pancakes, start by gathering all the necessary ingredients: fresh eggs, granulated sugar, milk, vanilla extract, butter, flour, baking powder, and salt. Make sure you have a non-stick skillet handy, which will facilitate cooking without adding extra fat.

The first step is to crack the eggs into a large bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs together with the sugar until the mixture doubles in volume and becomes frothy, having an airy texture. This process is essential, as it will give the pancakes a fluffy and light consistency. Once you have achieved this foam, gradually add the milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter, continuously mixing to integrate all the ingredients. It is important that the butter is melted but not hot, so as not to curdle the eggs.

After the mixture is homogeneous, it’s time to add the dry ingredients. Sift the flour together with the baking powder and salt directly into the bowl with the wet mixture. This step helps prevent lumps from forming and ensures even distribution of the ingredients. Use a spatula or a wooden spoon to gently mix the batter, being careful not to overmix, in order to maintain the fluffy texture of the pancakes.

Once you achieve a smooth and homogeneous batter, prepare the non-stick skillet. Heat the skillet over medium heat, and to check if it’s ready, you can drop a drop of water; if it sizzles and evaporates quickly, the skillet is perfect. Using a ladle, pour equal amounts of batter into the skillet, leaving enough space between pancakes for them to expand.

Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes on one side or until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip them with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden. Continue this process until you finish all the batter; from this recipe, you should get about 8 delicious pancakes. Serve them warm, with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or even a dollop of sour cream, for an unforgettable culinary experience!