These fluffy buttermilk pancakes are a breakfast classic that will delight your family and friends. Perfectly golden brown and incredibly soft, they are best served with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) 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
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 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. Let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes while you heat the skillet.
Step 2: Heat the Skillet
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
- Once the skillet is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 4: Serve
- Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F or 95°C) while you cook the remaining batter.
- 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 longer (up to 30 minutes) to allow the baking powder to activate.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice. 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 fluffy buttermilk pancakes!
“`