Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
A quick and easy recipe for tender, airy pancakes with a subtle tang from buttermilk, perfect for cozy breakfasts and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: About 9 pancakes (3 pancakes per serving, 3 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ cups (300ml) buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice, let sit 5 minutes)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until evenly distributed.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined; lumps are fine. Do not overmix.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Adjust heat as needed.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Let batter rest 5-10 minutes before cooking. Use medium heat to avoid burning. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven. Fresh leavening agents ensure good rise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pancakes
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 520
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 43
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 9
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