Fluffy Ultimate Buttermilk Pancakes from Scratch Easy Homemade Recipe
These fluffy buttermilk pancakes have a delicate cloud-like texture with a perfect balance of tangy buttermilk and rich batter, making them a comforting and delicious breakfast treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12 pancakes (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups (480 ml) buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined; small lumps are okay.
- Let the batter rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to hydrate the flour and activate the baking powder.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat for 5 minutes and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip carefully and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F/93°C) while finishing the batch.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes before cooking. Use medium-low heat to avoid burning. Flip pancakes only once when bubbles form and edges look set. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven. If batter is too thick, add a splash of buttermilk; if too thin, add a teaspoon of flour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pancakes
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 9
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