Best Buttermilk Pancakes

Fluffy, light, and delicious, these buttermilk pancakes are perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. Serve them with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings for a delightful start to your day.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Additional butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Batter

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Step 2: Preheat the Griddle

4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. To test if the skillet is ready, sprinkle a few drops of water on the surface; if they sizzle and evaporate, the skillet is hot enough.

Step 3: Cook the Pancakes

5. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 4: Serve

7. Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F) while you cook the remaining batter.
8. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or sliced bananas.

Tips

• For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes before cooking.
• If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
• Feel free to add chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts to the batter for added flavor.

Enjoy your delicious homemade buttermilk pancakes!
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