All the wonderful fluffy, nutty, comfort of a classic peanut butter breakfast… in a simple pancake form – easy to make and perfect for slowing down a busy morning. Keep these Peanut Butter Pancakes simple and serve them plain, or drown them in maple syrup and scatter with berries for an easy peasy wow factor!

I am a big fan of proper comforting breakfasts – warm and packed with plenty of rich flavour… and they don’t come much more cozy than a stack of pancakes that smell like toasted nuts.

I first started making these on mornings when plain pancakes just felt a bit boring… It is one of those recipes that instantly makes the plate feel special without any extra effort… (Tell me I am not the only one who needs breakfast to feel handled before the day starts running?!)

Well, these pancakes have become a regular in my kitchen for good reason. The peanut butter melts right into the batter, giving each bite a soft richness that feels familiar. Naturally, I keep the recipe close so I can recreate that calm morning feeling every time…

Ingredients in Peanut Butter Pancakes

This ingredient setup stays simple and pantry-friendly, which makes it easy to pull together without planning ahead.

How to make Peanut Butter Pancakes

This recipe moves gently and stays stress free from start to finish.

1. Mix the dry ingredients

Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to a bowl. Stir gently so everything blends evenly and no clumps remain.

2. Combine the wet ingredients

In another bowl, whisk eggs with milk, melted butter, vanilla, and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.

3. Build the batter

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir slowly until just combined. Small lumps are fine and help keep the pancakes tender.

4. Rest the batter

Let the batter sit for a few minutes. This helps the flour hydrate and improves the final texture.

5. Heat the pan

Warm a nonstick pan or griddle over medium heat. Lightly coat with butter, ghee, or cooking spray.

6. Cook the pancakes

Pour batter onto the hot surface. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, then flip and cook until golden.

7. Finish the batch

Repeat with remaining batter, adding more grease as needed to prevent sticking

8. Serve warm

Stack the pancakes and get ready to add toppings while they stay warm.

How to serve Peanut Butter Pancakes

These pancakes shine when served fresh and hot. Maple syrup pours beautifully over the stack and sinks into every layer. Fresh berries add brightness and help balance the richness of the peanut butter.

They work well for slow weekends or casual brunch plates. A glass of milk or coffee fits right beside them. Leftovers reheat easily and still keep their soft texture the next day.

Recipe Tips

Stir the batter gently to avoid tough pancakes.
Use natural peanut butter for the smoothest blend.
Keep heat at medium so pancakes cook evenly.
Let the batter rest briefly for better texture.
Flip only once for the best rise.