Ohhh cheese pancakes 🧀🥞—soft, savory, and dangerously snackable. Here’s a fluffy-on-the-inside, golden-on-the-outside version you can make anytime.
🧀 Savory Cheese Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 1 egg
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese
(cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix) - 1 tbsp melted butter or oil
- Optional: chopped chives or green onions
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Whisk wet ingredients separately (egg, milk, butter).
- Combine wet + dry just until mixed (don’t overmix).
- Fold in cheese (and chives if using).
- Heat lightly oiled skillet over medium heat.
- Pour small pancakes (¼ cup batter).
- Cook 2–3 min until bubbles form, flip, cook until golden.
Serving Ideas
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Hot sauce or chili oil
- Smoked salmon + crème fraîche
- Fried egg on top 😮💨
Pro Tips
- Medium heat = melted cheese, not burnt pancakes
- Rest batter 5 min for extra fluff
- Use sharp cheese for more flavor
Variations
- 🥔 Add grated potato (latke vibes)
- 🌿 Add herbs or garlic powder
- 🌶 Jalapeño + cheese combo
Want these super thin (crepe-style) or extra thick and fluffy?
