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Best Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe

A stack of fluffy buttermilk pancakes topped with blueberries, blackberries, and a drizzle of golden maple syrup, served on a rustic plate.

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The fluffiest, most flavorful buttermilk pancakes you’ll ever make! Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are easy, delicious, and made from scratch.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2¼ cups buttermilk (530ml)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten (room temperature preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled (57g)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients: Measure and set out all your ingredients. If eggs are cold, let them come to room temperature.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Heat the Skillet: Warm a non-stick skillet over medium heat, and grease lightly with butter or oil.
  6. Cook the Pancakes: Scoop ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form and edges set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with your favorite toppings like syrup, fruit, or butter.

Notes

  • If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute by mixing 2 cups of milk with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • These pancakes freeze well! Cool completely, layer with parchment paper, and store in a freezer-safe bag.