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Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

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Light, airy, and perfectly tangy buttermilk pancakes that come together quickly for a cozy homemade breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Β½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Β½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ΒΌ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 ΒΌ cups (300ml) buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula. Do not overmix; lumps are okay.
  4. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes while preheating your skillet.
  5. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat until a drop of water sizzles.
  6. Lightly grease the pan with butter or oil. Pour about ΒΌ cup batter per pancake.
  7. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Flip carefully and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
  10. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking. Use room temperature eggs for better blending. Adjust heat to avoid burning pancakes. Flip pancakes only once.

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