Can you scramble a pancake?

Yes! That’s exactly what this scrambled pancakes recipe is about. Instead of flipping whole pancakes, you cook and break the batter into small, fluffy chunks that are easier to dip and eat. It’s quicker, and just as delicious.

Why are IHOP pancakes so fluffy?

IHOP adds a generous amount of baking powder and whips their eggs to trap air. This scrambled pancakes recipe uses similar tricks—especially the resting time and baking powder—to mimic that fluffy texture.

Does IHOP put pancake batter in their scrambled eggs?

They do! It's a little-known trick to make eggs lighter and fluffier. But in this recipe, we flip the idea—we scramble pancakes instead of eggs!

How to make a 3-ingredient pancake?

For a basic version, use mashed bananas, eggs, and a touch of flour or oats. While it’s not the same as this full scrambled pancakes recipe , it works in a pinch. Just know the texture will be softer and more egg-forward.

Scrambled Pancakes Recipe – Easy 3-Step Breakfast You’ll Love

Name: Scrambled Pancakes Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; ¾ cup milk (or unsweetened vanilla almond milk); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp melted butter (plus more for greasing)

Description

This scrambled pancakes recipe is a fun, fluffy twist on traditional pancakes. Easy to make, mess-free, and perfect for dipping in syrup or jam.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1 tbsp granulated sugar

2 large eggs

¾ cup milk (or unsweetened vanilla almond milk)

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp melted butter (plus more for greasing)

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Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.

2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and sugar.

3. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined.

4. Let batter rest for 5–10 minutes.

5. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and grease with butter.

6. Pour ½ to 1 cup of batter into the pan.

7. Let sit for 30 seconds, then fold over like a quesadilla.

8. Break up the batter into bite-sized pieces with a spatula.

9. Cook while scrambling for 2–3 minutes until golden.

10. Serve warm with powdered sugar and jam or syrup.

Notes

Resting the batter is essential for best texture.

Use medium heat to avoid burning.

Reheat in a skillet for best texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American