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Copycat Perkins Restaurant Pancakes
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Make pancakes just like the restaurant does! This recipe contains baking mix, eggs, club soda, and melted margarine or shortening.
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
15 reviews
2 comments
ingredients
4 cups Bisquick or Jiffy baking mix
3 jumbo eggs, beaten
2 1/2 cups club soda, room temperature
1/4 cup melted vegetable shortening or margarine, room temperature
vegetable oil
directions
Place the dry pancake mix into a large bowl. Add the eggs, club soda and melted margarine. Use a wire whisk to mix carefully until there are no lumps (don't be vigorous). Allow the batter to rest while you preheat your griddle or skillet over medium-high heat.
Use about 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the preheated skillet for each pancake; use 1/2 cup batter for each pancake. Flip pancake only once when you see open bubbles appear on the surface and the edges appear dry around the pancake.
cook's notes
You can use this same recipe to make waffles.
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luckytrim
recipe tips
Avoid over-mixing the batter to keep the pancakes light and fluffy. If the batter is overmixed the pancakes become more dense.
Preheat the skillet or griddle properly for evenly cooked pancakes.
Flip the pancakes only once to maintain their texture.
Experiment with the thickness of the batter by adjusting the amount of club soda.
Serve with butter, syrup, fruit, or any other favorite pancake toppings.
Use a ladle or measuring cup to pour the batter for consistently sized pancakes.
Let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking to allow the baking mix to fully hydrate.
Clean and regrease the skillet or griddle between batches.
common recipe questions
Can I use a different type of baking mix?
Yes, any pancake or biscuit baking mix should work, but results may vary slightly. Just make sure it is not the "complete" kind of mix (where you only add water). You want a mix that calls for eggs.
What is the purpose of club soda in the recipe?
Club soda adds lightness and fluffiness to the pancakes because of its carbonation.
Can I substitute the club soda?
You can use unflavored seltzer water or a similar carbonated water. You might want to avoid flavored or sweetened waters as they could give the pancakes an odd taste (or, experiment with different ones and see what happens!)
Is it possible to use butter instead of margarine or shortening?
Yes, melted butter can be used. Margarine and shortening produce different results but butter will give a richer flavor.
How do I know when the griddle or skillet is the right temperature?
Sprinkle a few drops of water on it. If they sizzle and evaporate, it's ready.
Can I make the batter ahead of time?
It's best to make the batter just before cooking as the club soda loses its carbonation rather quickly.
How thick should each pancake be?
Use 1/2 cup of batter for each pancake, which should spread to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Can I add ingredients like blueberries or chocolate chips?
Yes, you can add them to the batter or sprinkle them on each pancake right after pouring the batter onto the griddle.
How can I keep the pancakes warm after cooking?
Keep them in a warm oven (about 200 degrees F) on a baking sheet or oven-safe platter until ready to serve.
Can I freeze leftover pancakes?
Yes, cool them completely, layer between wax paper, and freeze in airtight bags or containers. They can be reheated from frozen in the oven, a skillet, the microwave, or toaster oven.
nutrition data
262 calories, 13 grams fat, 31 grams carbohydrates, 6 grams protein per serving.
Please note:
This is a copy cat recipe submitted to CDKitchen by a third-party. This recipe is not an original recipe unless specifically stated and is considered only to be an acceptable "clone" to the original for the home cook to attempt to duplicate. Please also note that many nationwide restaurant chains vary their menus and ingredients by region so the version provided may not be similar to what you may have tried before. All trademarks referenced are property of their respective owners.
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reviews & comments
February 13, 2021
Absolutely wonderful
July 26, 2020
The best pancakes we ever ate! ( either at home or in a restaurant). The recipe is a keeper!
July 5, 2020
The pancakes were light and fluffy but definitely not Perkins pancakes.
December 4, 2016
Fluffy like Perkins. Best pancakes ever made in our house!
November 15, 2016
Add a teaspoon of vanilla to the batter, makes pancakes taste much better.
June 23, 2014
Nice and fluffly! I added a little almond extract to kick up the flavor... Yum!
October 10, 2013
I vaguely remember Perkins' pancakes, and these seemed pretty close to the same. They really were light and fluffy and good. I served myself too big of a stack, though, and got stuffed!
October 7, 2013
Just by looking at the photo you can see how light and fluffy these pancakes are. Taste and texture were excellent. The club soda is the key for really fluffy pancakes and this recipe does not disappoint. I found that 1/2 cup of batter made really huge pancakes so I used a 1/3 cup measure and that worked better I thought.
August 11, 2013
Not so sure these were Perkins style (closer to IHOPactually) but these pancakes were incredibly good. Very fluffy and filling. Eight thumbs up from our family of four!!!
July 26, 2013
So, I love waffles. I mean, I make them all the time, usually from scratch. Decided to try this "copy cat" recipe and see how they were. I was floored that they tasted just as good, if not better, than some I make totally from scratch. Nice to know I can get my waffle fix in even easier form when I need it! I agree that the club soda is key. You find it in a lot of recipes for both pancakes and waffles. I wouldn't have thought to use it with a mix though so kudos on the great recipe!
July 11, 2013
Club soda is one of those cooking secrets that turn blah waffles into brilliant waffles! The beauty is you're using a mix in this recipe but you can't tell. They taste like they are totally from scratch.
July 10, 2013
Very good pancakes. These are very fluffy and 1/2 cup of the batter makes really good sized pancakes. I made up some large ones and then some silver dollar sized.
August 16, 2012
Not exactly like Perkins but excellent pancakes, nonetheless. I made these exactly as the recipe said, but I used a nonstick griddle so I didn't use the oil. They have a very light texture, which was what we loved about them. Would definitely recommend.
April 28, 2008
The club soda did the trick! I never thought about using it in the receipe. The pancakes came out light and fluffy!! Thanks CDKitchen!
These tasted nothing like perkins pancakes!! I followed the recipe exactly the way it said, they didn't taste to bad, but nothing like perkins!!
March 25, 2007
I LOVE Perkins pancakes, so when I found this recipe I was pretty excited to try it. I only had Sprite (for my soda), so I used it. I used softened butter instead of shortning (recipe) and oil (cooking). These are excellent! Thanks!
the instructions for the Perkins Pancakes, includes melted butter - but the recipe ingredients does not say the amount needed.