Best 11 Puffy Maine Pancakes Recipes

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**Maine Pancakes: A Journey Through Flavor and Tradition**

In the culinary tapestry of breakfast dishes, Maine pancakes stand out as a testament to simplicity, authenticity, and pure taste. Originating from the heart of Maine, these mouthwatering pancakes have captivated taste buds for generations, becoming an integral part of the state's culinary heritage. With their incredibly light and airy texture, golden-brown edges, and a hint of sweetness, they offer a delightful symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. This comprehensive guide presents a collection of carefully curated Maine pancake recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic breakfast treat. From the traditional buttermilk pancakes to gluten-free and vegan variations, this culinary journey will take you through a world of textures and tastes, ensuring that every bite is an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned pancake enthusiast or a novice cook seeking a new breakfast adventure, these recipes will inspire you to create perfect Maine pancakes that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

VANILLA DUTCH BABY (PUFFED PANCAKE)



Vanilla Dutch Baby (Puffed Pancake) image

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
3 eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup milk, heated 20 to 30 seconds in the microwave
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Pinch salt
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Put the butter in a large, ovenproof, nonstick saute pan and place in the oven.
  • Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the eggs, flour, warm milk, sugar, vanilla extract and pinch of salt, and blend on medium-high speed until uniform. (If mixing by hand, combine the eggs with the milk until the mixture is light yellow and no longer stringy, about 1 minute. Add the flour, sugar, vanilla, and pinch of salt, and whisk vigorously to remove the lumps, about 30 seconds.)
  • Carefully remove the hot pan from the oven. The butter should be melted. Swirl the butter around the pan to coat completely, and then pour the remaining butter into the batter and pulse to blend. Pour the batter into the hot pan and return the pan to the oven. Cook until the pancake is puffed in the center and golden brown along the edges, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Using a spatula, remove the entire Dutch baby from the pan and place on a cooling rack for a few minutes to allow the steam to escape without condensing along the bottom and rendering the pancake soggy. Dust with confectioners' sugar when cooled slightly. Slice the pancake into 8 wedges on a serving platter or cutting board.

MAINE PANCAKES



Maine Pancakes image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 cup milk
1 pinch salt
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, flour, milk, salt, and nutmeg until well combined. Batter may still be slightly lumpy. (The batter may be made a day ahead and refrigerated overnight.)
  • Melt butter in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Pour batter into pan, and transfer to oven. Bake until pancake is golden brown and puffy, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer pancake to serving plate, and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve immediately.

OLD-WORLD PUFF PANCAKE



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My mom told me her mother-in-law showed her how to make this dish, which became popular during the Depression, on their "get acquainted" visit in 1927. At that time, cooks measured ingredients in pinches, dashes and dibs. But through the years, accurate amounts were noted. My wife and I continue to enjoy this dish today, particularly for brunch. -Auton Miller, Piney Flats, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Confectioners' sugar
Lemon wedges
Syrup, optional
Fresh raspberries, optional

Steps:

  • Place butter in a 10-in. ovenproof skillet; place in a 425° oven until melted, 2-3 minutes. In a blender, process the eggs, milk, flour, sugar and nutmeg until smooth. Pour into prepared skillet. , Bake at 425° until puffed and browned, 16-18 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve with lemon wedges and, if desired, syrup and raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

PUFFY MAINE PANCAKES



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These special pancakes work even better if you make the batter a day ahead and chill it over night. Just whisk to combine again before cooking.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Yield Makes 3 four-inch pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
Pinch of salt
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Place eggs, flour, milk, salt, and nutmeg in a medium bowl; whisk until combined. Batter may still be slightly lumpy. The batter may be made a day ahead and chilled overnight.
  • For each pancake, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 4-inch crepe pan or ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Using a ladle, pour one-third of the batter into the very hot pan; transfer pan or skillet immediately to the oven. Bake until pancake is golden brown and very puffy, about 10 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar; serve immediately.

PUFFY PANCAKE WITH FRUIT



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A store-bought fruit pie filling is the secret to this impressive, easy-to-make pancake.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup water
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
4 eggs
1 to 2 cans (21 oz each) fruit pie filling, any flavor

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Generously grease rectangular baking dish or pan, 13x9x2 inches. Heat water and butter to boiling in 2-quart saucepan. Add Bisquick all at once. Stir vigorously over low heat about 1 minute or until mixture forms a ball; remove from heat.
  • Beat in eggs, two at a time, with spoon; beat until smooth and glossy after each addition. Spread in pan (do not spread up sides).
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until puffed and dry in center. Immediately spread pie filling over pancake. Cut into rectangles; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 1/2 g

FLUFFY PANCAKES



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This is the best fluffy pancakes recipe according to my family. They are quick and easy to prepare, but we still consider these homemade pancakes a special treat. -Eugene Presley, Council, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup shortening or butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine egg, milk and shortening; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles form on top of pancakes; cook until the second side is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

PUFFY OVEN PANCAKES



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Puffy and pretty, with a refreshing hint of lemon, this berry-topped pancake is a cherished favorite of Lily Julow in Lawrenceville, Georgia. What a melt-in-your-mouth morning wake-up or addition to a special brunch!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 large eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup fresh blueberries
1/4 cup fresh raspberries
1/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Divide butter between two 2-cup round baking dishes. Place on a baking sheet. Heat in a 400° oven until butter is melted., In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, lemon zest and vanilla. Whisk in flour until blended. Pour over butter. Bake, uncovered, for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown and puffy., In a small bowl, gently combine the berries. Spoon onto pancakes; sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 248mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

FLUFFY PANCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



Fluffy Pancakes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: flour, baking powder, milk, butter, egg yolks, egg whites, maple syrup

Provided by Frank Tiu

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 4 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups flour, sifted
4 tablespoons baking powder
4 cups milk, warm to the touch
¾ cup butter, melted
3 egg yolks
4 egg whites
maple syrup, to serve

Steps:

  • Whisk together the flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, add the butter, milk, and egg yolks, stirring to combine.
  • In a third bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  • Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir with rubber spatula until just combined. Add the beaten egg whites and gently fold to combine.
  • Heat an 8-inch (20cm) nonstick skillet over low heat. Pour 1 ½ cups of pancake batter into the skillet, smooth out the top, then cover with a lid. Cook until golden brown on the bottom and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer the pancake to a plate and repeat, making 3 more pancakes with the remaining batter.
  • Serve with maple syrup.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1102 calories, Carbohydrate 123 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 12 grams

FLUFFY PANCAKES



Fluffy Pancakes image

Tall and fluffy. These pancakes are just right. Topped with strawberries and whipped cream, they are impossible to resist.

Provided by kris

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Pancake Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup milk
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine milk with vinegar in a medium bowl and set aside for 5 minutes to "sour".
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk egg and butter into "soured" milk. Pour the flour mixture into the wet ingredients and whisk until lumps are gone.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat, and coat with cooking spray. Pour 1/4 cupfuls of batter onto the skillet, and cook until bubbles appear on the surface. Flip with a spatula, and cook until browned on the other side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 649.6 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

PUFFY OVEN PANCAKE OR "HOOTIN' ANNIES"



Puffy Oven Pancake or

This is a great breakfast that is truly yummy. The kids will love how it puffs up in the oven. Pour syrup over them or use canned apple pie filling that has been heated up.

Provided by Lubie

Categories     Breads

Time 23m

Yield 6 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • In blender or bowl, blend together eggs, milk, flour, and salt.
  • Melt butter in 9x13 pan in oven.
  • Remove pan from oven.
  • Pour in batter.
  • Return to oven and bake (without peeking) for 18 minutes.
  • Pancake should be very high and puffy.
  • Remove from oven and cut into 6 large squares.
  • Serve immediately.

GERMAN PUFF PANCAKES



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Puffy oven-baked buttery pancake. It's SO easy! You may never make traditional pancakes again. Pour your favorite syrup over it, or just dust powdered sugar on top. There's not much need to add more butter because it's already baked onto the top and forms a delicious salty and buttery crust.

Provided by Kristi Francis

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes     Baked Pancake Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons salted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Whisk the eggs, flour, milk, salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a bowl; set aside.
  • Put the butter in a 9x11-inch baking dish. Melt the butter in the preheated oven, making sure it doesn't burn, about 5 minutes. Pour the batter into the baking dish with the melted butter.
  • Return to the oven and bake until the pancake is puffed and no longer moist in the center, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 199.4 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 211.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Tips:

  • For the fluffiest pancakes, make sure all of your ingredients are cold. This will help the batter to rise properly.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the pancakes tough.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly without burning.
  • Only flip the pancakes once. Flipping them too often will make them dry.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Puffy Maine pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a stack of fluffy, golden-brown pancakes that are sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast, give these pancakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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