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McDonalds Hotcakes Easy Copycat Recipe

This McDonalds Hotcakes Easy Copycat Recipe is a fluffy delight! Enjoy homemade pancakes that satisfy your breakfast cravings in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hotcakes:
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup corn flour
  • 0.25 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups water
  • 0.25 cup vegetable oil plus extra for the skillet
  • 2 teaspoons imitation maple flavor (optional)
For the Syrup:
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 0.33 cup dark corn syrup
  • 4 teaspoons imitation maple flavor (for syrup)
  • 2 teaspoons imitation butter flavor (for syrup)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Skillet or griddle
  • Spatula

Method
 

Directions:
  1. Step 1: Mix the Dry Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, corn flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Combine the Wet Ingredients - In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the water and vegetable oil. Mix in the imitation maple flavor.
  3. Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures - Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined.
  4. Step 4: Heat the Skillet - Preheat your skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil.
  5. Step 5: Cook the Hotcakes - Pour about ΒΌ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  6. Step 6: Make the Syrup - In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and dark corn syrup. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and stir in flavors. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Serve and Enjoy! - Stack hotcakes, drizzle with syrup, and add butter. Enjoy your delicious homemade pancakes!

Notes

  • For fluffier pancakes, let the batter rest for about 10 minutes before cooking.
  • Feel free to add vanilla extract for extra flavor.
  • These hotcakes freeze well! Reheat in the toaster or microwave.