Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes are your ticket to a delightful breakfast experience. With their tender, airy texture and subtle tang from buttermilk, these pancakes transform any morning into a special occasion. Whether served with rich maple syrup or adorned with fresh fruit, each bite promises satisfaction and joy. Perfect for busy weekdays or leisurely weekends, this recipe guarantees fluffy perfection every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (8 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and combine it with buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined (lumps are fine).
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grease lightly.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top (about 2 minutes), then flip to cook until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Let the batter rest for a few minutes to enhance fluffiness. You can substitute buttermilk with yogurt or regular milk if needed; adding blueberries or chocolate chips will add extra flavor.