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Best Buttermilk Pancakes

These Best Buttermilk Pancakes are light, fluffy, and bursting with flavor—perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Breakfast, Buttermilk, Easy, Fluffy, Quick
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3 cups buttermilk at room temperature
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled to room temperature
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature, slightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Additional butter for cooking pancakes
  • Pure maple syrup and butter, for serving, if desired

Instructions

Make Best Buttermilk Pancakes: A Simple Method

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt. This step ensures that all the leavening agents are evenly distributed throughout the flour.
  • In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth. The melted butter should be at room temperature to prevent cooking the eggs.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps in the batter. Overmixing can lead to tough pancakes.
  • Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter to coat the surface. Allow it to melt and become bubbly.
  • Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour about ⅓ 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. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  • Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep them warm in a low oven while you cook the remaining batter. Serve the pancakes warm with a pat of butter and a drizzle of pure maple syrup. Enjoy your delicious stack of Best Buttermilk Pancakes!

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Non-stick skillet or griddle
  • Spatula

Notes

  • For fluffier pancakes, allow the batter to rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking.
  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth batter and even cooking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.