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Easy Small Batch Pancakes For Two Recipe

Modified: Sep 14, 2024 · Published: May 28, 2024 by Dannyelle Nicolle-Ramjist · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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Pancakes for Two: Easy small batch pancakes from scratch, the perfect amount for just two people with no leftovers.

Small batch pancakes for two.
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  • Pancakes For Two
  • Homemade Pancakes
  • Buttermilk or Regular Milk?
  • Pancake Add-ins
  • Side Dishes
  • Pancake Size
  • Storing Pancakes
  • Top Tips
  • Recipe
  • More Breakfast Recipe Inspiration

This pancake recipe for two is perfect when you want to make a small batch of pancakes, and not have leftovers.  This easy pancake recipe is quick to make, and the perfect serving size for two.  This small batch will make 2 pancakes each for a total of 4 pancakes.  You and someone special will love these delicious fluffy pancakes for two.

Where are my pancake people at?  I have to admit that I used to be more of a savory breakfast person.  Bacon and eggs were my very favorite weekend morning breakfast.  This might have had something to do with the fact that I was raised by savory breakfast people.  Fast forward to being married with two children and somehow finding myself in a whole household of sweet breakfast people.  

Pancakes were on the menu every weekend when my girls were little, and I have to say I kind of love to start the day with them now too. They loved these jelly donut pancakes too. And for parents only, this Bailey's French toast is the perfect brunch treat.

Two plates of easy small batch pancakes.

Pancakes For Two

This small batch of pancakes is the perfect breakfast for two.  Leftover pancakes just aren't as great as fresh ones.  No more putting leftovers in the fridge to only throw out at the end of the week because no one ate them.  And no leftover pancake batter either.  This small batch pancakes recipe makes four pancakes, so two each.  These homemade pancakes are the perfect small amount when you just want a few pancakes.

Homemade Pancakes

Homemade pancakes from scratch are just so much better than using a pancake mix.  This easy recipe makes the best pancakes, and they're really quick.  The first time I ever had pancakes made from scratch was at a friends house after a sleepover as a teenager.  They were the best and fluffiest pancakes I ever had.  I was an immediate convert.  And making pancakes from scratch really only takes a few more minutes than making them from a mix does.

One plate of mall batch pancakes with syrup and blueberries.

Buttermilk or Regular Milk?

You can make this small batch pancake recipe with buttermilk or with regular milk.  The buttermilk tends to make slightly tangy and more fluffy pancakes, and they are really delicious.  But if you don't have any buttermilk on hand you can make these with regular milk and they're still fluffy and delicious.  We love that you can make this recipe with simple ingredients that you always have on hand like regular milk, or buttermilk if you have some.

Why are buttermilk pancakes more fluffy?  The buttermilk has some acidity to it and reacts with the baking soda to create more bubbles, more height to the pancakes, and fluffier overall texture.  Use buttermilk in this recipe instead of regular milk to make fluffy buttermilk pancakes.

Maple syrup pouring on pancakes.

Pancake Add-ins

I love plain pancakes, and this small-batch pancakes recipe makes amazing plain pancakes.  Serve them with a little melted butter on top and some maple syrup and you have the perfect pancakes.  These really are our favorite toppings, but if you like to jazz things up a little, you can add some other toppings to your pancakes.  

Plate of pancakes with fresh blueberries and melted butter on top.

Add some chocolate chips to the batter for delicious chocolate chip pancakes.  If you love fresh blueberries, add them to the batter for blueberry pancakes.  Make banana pancakes by added sliced bananas into the pancake batter.

You can also try different toppings on your pancakes too.  These are delicious served with fresh fruit like berries and whipped cream. Also try them with peanut butter, nutella or jam as another fun option for pancake day.

Side Dishes

We love our pancakes with a side of bacon or breakfast sausage.  That combination of maple syrup, fluffy pancakes, and bacon or sausage just can't be beat.  If you're making a big breakfast to start the day add a second side of eggs, and even hashbrowns for an amazing breakfast feast.

Small batch of pancakes for only two people.

Pancake Size

We made our pancakes medium sized.  We used ½ cup of batter to make 4 pancakes.  If you want smaller pancakes you could use a ⅓ cup of batter for 6 pancakes, or ¼ cup of batter for 8 small pancakes.  Or make really big pancakes with 1 cup  of batter each to make 2 pancakes.  Adjust your cooking time according to the size of the pancakes.  Smaller pancakes will cook more quickly, and larger pancakes will take longer to cook through.

Storing Pancakes

We're making a small batch so that there's no leftovers, but just in case you can store these in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat them in the microwave or toaster the next day.

Top Tips

  • You'll know your pancake is ready to flip over when little bubbles form all over the surface.
  • Don't over mix your batter. A few lumps are fine. Over mixed pancake batter develops too much gluten and creates tough pancakes.
Why aren't my pancakes fluffy?

Your baking powder or baking soda may be expired. Check the date on both of them to make sure they're in date. Also, using butter milk will make more fluffy pancakes as the acid in the butter milk reacts with the baking soda making bubbles. If you love fluffy pancakes then be sure to make these with butter milk not regular milk.

Why are my pancakes tough?

Your pancakes may be tough if you over work the batter. Mix well, but don't worry about a few lumps in your batter. Avoid the temptation to over stir the pancake batter which can develop too much gluten and make tougher pancakes.

Can I double this recipe?

Yes, if you're making this recipe for a crowd you can double it, or even triple it.

Plate of small batch pancakes with a bite out of them.

Recipe

Small batch of pancakes for only two people.

Pancakes For Two Recipe

Light and fluffy pancakes for two.
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 Pancakes
Calories: 367kcal
Author: Dannyelle Nicolle-Ramjist

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tablespoon sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1 ½ tablespoon butter melted
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl, and use a whisk to stir the dry ingredients together.
  • In a separate bowl combine the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla and whisk to combine.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and stir together. Don't over mix, some small lumps are fine.
  • Heat a large frying pan or electric griddle over medium heat. Spray with non-stick cooking spray. Use a ½ cup measure to make 4 pancakes. When small bubbles appear on the surface of the pancake, flip it over and cook the other side until golden brown. Serve hot with butter and maple syrup.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 779mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g
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If you're looking for a great from scratch recipe for pancake for two you will love this great pancake recipe.  This really is the best pancake recipe.  If you happen to making pancakes for more than two people at your next gathering, feel free to double this recipe for more people and make a larger batch.

These are sure to become your go to recipe on Saturday morning. 

Plate of small batch pancakes for two with melted butter.

With homemade pancakes for two, life really is a party!

More Breakfast Recipe Inspiration

You might also like our Easy Bailey's French Toast Recipe here.

Baileys French Toast Recipe

Check out our Overnight French Toast Casserole here.

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You might also like our Pumpkin Waffles here.

Homemade Pumpkin Waffles -easy recipe for pumpkin waffles, perfect morning treat, and easy to freeze extras for a quick weekday breakfast later.

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  1. Dannyelle Nicolle-Ramjist says

    October 23, 2024 at 12:13 pm

    5 stars
    These are our favourite fluffy pancakes and this small batch is perfect for two.

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