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The Best Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe

The Best Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe for Cozy Mornings

This recipe for the Best Buttermilk Pancakes will quickly become your go-to for lazy Sunday mornings and bustling weekday breakfasts alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Brown sugar can be used for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • a pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Provides additional lift.
  • 1 Eggs Binds ingredients.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can be substituted with whole milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Melted butter may be used instead.
For Serving
  • to taste Butter Serve warm.
  • to taste Maple Syrup Warm before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Griddle or frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, crack eggs and add buttermilk. Whisk until smooth, then blend in vegetable oil.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually pour wet mixture into dry ingredients, stirring gently until a few lumps remain.
  4. Preheat the Griddle: Heat a non-stick griddle over medium heat, lightly oiled, until it reaches 350°F.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Stack pancakes on a plate, topping with warm butter and maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing for light and fluffy pancakes. Letting the batter rest enhances texture significantly.

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