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Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe

Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Fluffy buttermilk pancakes deliver golden comfort straight from grandmother’s kitchen. Stacked high with maple syrup, these classic breakfast treasures promise delightful mornings with crisp edges and tender centers you’ll savor to the last bite.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg

Leavening Agents:

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Seasonings and Fats:

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Sift dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring uniform distribution of flour, leavening agents, and seasoning.
  2. Whisk wet components in a separate container, blending buttermilk, egg, and liquefied butter until achieving a silky consistency.
  3. Delicately merge wet and dry mixtures, stirring minimally to prevent dense texture; slight lumps are acceptable.
  4. Heat a non-stick griddle to medium temperature (approximately 375°F), applying a thin layer of cooking spray or butter.
  5. Ladle batter onto the heated surface, creating circular shapes with approximately 4-inch diameter.
  6. Monitor pancakes carefully; when small bubbles emerge across the surface and edges appear matte (about 2-3 minutes), gently flip using a wide spatula.
  7. Cook reverse side for an additional 60-90 seconds until achieving a golden-brown complexion and ensuring complete interior cooking.
  8. Transfer finished pancakes to a warm plate, maintaining temperature and preventing sogginess.
  9. Garnish with preferred accompaniments such as maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar, serving immediately for optimal taste and texture.

Notes

  • Choose room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending and consistent pancake texture.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter, which can create tough and dense pancakes; small lumps are perfectly fine.
  • For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend containing xanthan gum.
  • Letting the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking helps develop better flavor and allows flour to absorb liquid, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 245 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 33 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg