These fluffy Air Fryer Pancakes bring weekend breakfast joy in just 15 minutes. Perfectly golden and evenly cooked, each 142-calorie pancake delivers the classic comfort you love with a modern twist.
The air fryer’s magic creates an irresistible texture – crispy edges with a tender, pillowy center that’ll make you rethink traditional stovetop pancakes. Whether you’re streamlining your morning routine or exploring new breakfast possibilities, this foolproof recipe guarantees consistent results every time.
Ingredients
- Pancake Batter: 2 cups prepared according to box instructions or your favorite homemade recipe (makes fluffy, golden pancakes)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F/200°C for 5 minutes to ensure optimal cooking temperature
- Pan Preparation: Thoroughly coat your cake pan with cooking spray, including bottom and sides for easy release
- Batter Portioning: Pour ½ cup batter into the greased pan, spreading evenly across the bottom
- Air Frying: Cook at 350°F/180°C for 5 minutes until achieving a beautiful golden-brown color
- Cooling: Let pancake rest in pan for 1-2 minutes before carefully removing
- Batch Cooking: Repeat process with remaining batter, keeping finished pancakes warm in oven at 225°F for up to 30 minutes
Air Fryer Tips
Making pancakes in an air fryer is super simple! Just remember to spray your pan well – this helps the pancakes pop right out. If you notice any sticking, try adding a bit more cooking spray between batches. Your air fryer basket should be nice and hot before you start cooking, which is why that 5-minute preheat is so helpful.
Serving Suggestions
Hot and fluffy air fryer pancakes taste amazing with classic maple syrup, but why not try something fun? Add fresh berries, sliced bananas, or a dollop of whipped cream. Want to make breakfast extra special? Try a scoop of vanilla ice cream on warm pancakes – it’s like having dessert for breakfast! Keep your pancakes warm in the oven while making the full batch, so everyone can eat together.
Easy Variations
Your box mix or basic recipe is just the starting point! Mix in some chocolate chips, blueberries, or banana slices right into your batter. For a protein boost, add a spoonful of peanut butter to the mix. Want something different? Sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar on top before cooking – it creates a sweet, crispy coating that’s so yummy!
Storage Tips
Let your pancakes cool completely, then pop them in a zip-top bag or container. They’ll stay fresh in your fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, just warm them in your air fryer for 1-2 minutes at 350°F. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months – just place wax paper between each pancake so they don’t stick together.
Air Fryer Pancakes
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Cake Pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups prepared pancake batter prepared according to the box instructions, or your favorite recipe
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer at 400°F/200°C for 5 minutes.
- Grease your cake pan well (on the bottom and sides) with cooking spray and add ½ cup batter to the pan. Spread the batter out so it evenly covers the bottom of the pan.
- Cook the pancakes at 350°F/180°C for 5 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
- Remove the cake pan from the air fryer and allow the pancake to cool in the pan for 1-2 minutes. Then carefully remove them and repeat with any remaining pancake batter.
- You’ll need to cook these pancakes in batches– keep cooked pancakes warm in a 225°F oven for up to 30 minutes.
