Print

Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

fluffy buttermilk pancakes recipe - featured image
Print Recipe

A cozy and easy recipe for fluffy buttermilk pancakes perfect for a date night breakfast or any cozy morning. These pancakes have golden edges, a tender crumb, and a light texture with a subtle tang from buttermilk.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) buttermilk, preferably full-fat
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Whisk gently to combine evenly. (5 minutes)
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. (3 minutes)
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix; lumps are okay. (2-3 minutes)
  4. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to hydrate the flour and activate the leaveners. (10 minutes)
  5. Heat a cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat and add a small pat of butter to coat the surface. The pan is ready when water droplets sizzle and evaporate promptly. (5 minutes)
  6. Pour about ¼ cup (60 ml) batter per pancake onto the hot pan. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more. Adjust heat as needed. (15-20 minutes for the batch)
  7. Transfer cooked pancakes to a cooling rack set over a baking sheet or plate to keep warm and prevent sogginess. Repeat with remaining batter, adding butter as needed.

Notes

If batter is too thick, add a tablespoon of buttermilk to loosen before cooking. Use medium heat to avoid burning or undercooking. Do not press pancakes while cooking to keep them fluffy. Resting the batter is essential for fluffiness. Fresh baking powder and baking soda ensure good rise. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze with parchment paper between pancakes.

Nutrition

Keywords: fluffy pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, easy breakfast, cozy breakfast, date night breakfast, pancake recipe

Find it online: https://elaraeats.com/fluffy-buttermilk-pancakes-recipe-easy-cozy-date-night-breakfast-idea/