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Perfect Buttermilk Pancake Recipe

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4.2 from 11 reviews

This Perfect Buttermilk Pancake Recipe creates light, fluffy pancakes with a tender crumb and a rich, buttery flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, these pancakes are quick to prepare and cook on the stovetop. Ideal for a comforting weekend breakfast or brunch, they pair perfectly with syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.

  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (about 8 pancakes)

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • Butter for griddle or skillet, as needed

Instructions

  1. Whisk dry ingredients together: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt. Whisk thoroughly to evenly distribute all dry components.
  2. Whisk wet ingredients together: In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until fully incorporated and smooth.
  3. Combine: Slowly pour the wet buttermilk mixture into the dry flour mixture while stirring gently to combine. Avoid overmixing; stop as soon as the ingredients are just combined. Let the batter rest for at least 5 minutes to thicken, allowing for the fluffiest pancakes.
  4. Cook: Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium-low heat and lightly coat it with butter. Using a 1/3 cup measure, scoop the batter onto the hot griddle. Cook until the pancake edges lose their wet sheen and bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Serve: Remove the pancakes from the griddle and serve immediately while warm. Alternatively, keep pancakes warm by placing them on a rimmed sheet pan in a 200ºF oven until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to prevent dense pancakes; a few lumps are okay.
  • Resting the batter allows the baking soda and powder to activate, giving the pancakes their fluffy texture.
  • Use medium-low heat to avoid burning the pancakes and ensure even cooking.
  • Adjust the thickness of the batter with a little extra buttermilk if too thick, or a touch of flour if too thin.
  • Butter the griddle or skillet just before each batch to maintain a nonstick surface and add flavor.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 9 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/perfect-buttermilk-pancake-recipe/