Pancake enthusiasts are divided between those who cherish the classic crepe-style thin pancake, reminiscent of Pancake Day races at school and those who adore the American-style pancake , known for its light and fluffy texture. For fans of the latter, imagine indulging in light, fluffy pancakes drenched in maple syrup, and adorned with blueberries, bananas, or even bacon. There's nothing quite like a leisurely pancake breakfast on a lazy Sunday or during a festive holiday, complete with steaming coffee and lashings of butter.
To make the perfect pancake, this hack is indispensable. Recently revealed online, this secret ingredient will elevate your pancakes to culinary heights and it's astonishingly easy to add to your go-to pancake recipe . This trick has captivated people, vowing to eliminate dull, uninspired pancakes for good.
The magic component? Sparkling water. By mixing in five tablespoons of sparkling water for every four pancakes, your batter will be transformed, according to culinary specialists, reports the Mirror . The effervescence from the carbonated water permeates the batter, causing it to expand upon cooking, resulting in a soft rise and imparting a light, delectable taste to the pancakes.
Chris Sanders, the hydration connoisseur at Radnor Infusions, explained to Tyla: "As sparkling water is carbonated, it naturally aerates the batter. "Sparkling water retains fizz for much longer, so when this gets in contact with heat it will form small bubbles in the heat-s.