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Buttermilk Pancakes
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Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe

Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes are fluffy, full of flavor, and simple to make for breakfast.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 5" pancakes
Calories: 152kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • cup sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2-3 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a large bowl lightly combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside
  • In a small bowl melt butter and let cool for about 5-minutes. Lightly beat eggs in a small bowl.
  • Add buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla to the flour mixture and use a spoon or rubber spatula to lightly combine. Add the beaten egg and mix just until combined. Batter should still have small lumps. Let batter rest for 10-15 minutes.
  • Heat a griddle to 325°F or a large non-stick pan to medium.
  • To make 5" pancakes add 1/4 cup batter to griddle or pan. Cook in batches and do not overcrowd pancakes. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, about 2 minutes, and then flip and cook an additional 1 minute.

Notes

Ready to make Homemade Vanilla Extract? Here's our easy recipe:
Pure Homemade Vanilla Extract
 
Easy Buttermilk substitute:
  • The ratio: 1 Tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to every 1 cup of regular milk. Mix together and let stand for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 309mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 1mg