Start your day off right: Our favorite pancake recipes

Sometimes, nothing beats a stack of hot pancakes. They’re one of those simple culinary marvels: ladle some batter on a hot griddle and watch them slowly puff up, fresh and golden. We’ve compiled 18 of our favorite recipes, including classic hotcakes, whole wheat, cornmeal, Dutch babies, pancakes studded with fruit or nuts, and even a couple of savory recipes. Hungry yet? Serve them for breakfast, dinner, dessert or anytime in between.

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