Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

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This easy buttermilk pancakes recipe is a snap to make and you can read all about my best and favorite tips for how to make super fluffy pancakes here too. I grew up making these tasty breakfast pancakes every weekend, and it's a tradition I love sharing with my family to this day.

All you need to do is mix together the dry and wet ingredients in separate bowls before combing them to make the pancake batter. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes then cook them to golden perfection!

🥘 Ingredients

You will only need a handful of common baking ingredients to make these easy pancakes. Keep some extra on hand so you can quickly make pancakes for the family whenever you want.

• All-purpose Flour - 2 cups of spoon and leveled all-purpose flour.
• Confectioners' Sugar - ⅓ cup of confectioners' sugar (aka powdered sugar).
• Baking Powder - 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
• Baking Soda - 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
• Salt - ½ teaspoon of salt.
• Buttermilk - 2 cups of buttermilk.
• Eggs - 2 large eggs, beaten, and at room temperature.
• Butter - ¼ cup of melted salted butter.
• Vanilla Extract or Maple Syrup (optional) - Use 2 teaspoons of either optional flavor enhancer.

🔪 How To Make Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

These fluffy buttermilk pancakes are incredibly easy to prepare, just make sure to let your batter rest for 15 minutes before you start cooking. You will need some measuring cups, two mixing bowls, a large non-stick frying pan (skillet or griddle), a basting brush, a ladle, and a spatula to get started.

This buttermilk pancake recipe will make about 12 pancakes depending on how much batter you ladle onto the skillet.

Step 1: Combine ingredients. In separate bowls, whisk together the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup of confectioners sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt in a large mixing bowl. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 cups of buttermilk, 2 large beaten eggs, and ¼ cup of melted butter - along with 2 teaspoons of the optional vanilla extract or maple syrup.

Step 2: Mix pancake batter. Combine your pancake batter by pouring the wet mixture into the dry mixture, then stirring just enough to incorporate all of the ingredients into a lumpy batter. Do not over-mix. Once combined, set aside for 15 minutes on the counter.

Step 3: Preheat. Heat a large non-stick frying pan, skillet, or griddle to medium (to medium-low) heat, then use vegetable oil and a basting brush to evenly coat the cooking surface.

Step 4: Cook golden fluffy pancakes. Scoop or ladle the mixture onto the heated skillet or griddle in heaping ¼ cup scoop portions. Cook each pancake until both sides are golden brown, flipping the pancakes when the bubbles on the surface are bursting.

Step 5: Serve. Stack pancakes and serve immediately with your favorite syrups, fruit, or pancake toppings.

Of course, a stack of tasty flapjacks is enjoyable on its own. However, if you'd like to serve a few breakfast items to go with your pancakes, check out my post on what to serve with pancakes. Enjoy!

💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes

• When the pancakes have bubbles that are bursting on the uncooked side, take a peek at the side that is touching the skillet to see if it has a golden brown color. Then you'll know the pancakes are ready to flip.
• Feel free to add some mix-ins to the batter right before you are ready to cook. Fresh or frozen blueberries, chocolate chips, or chopped bananas and walnuts would be delicious.
• Make sure to not over-mix your pancake batter or you won't get a fluffy texture. Over-mixing batter causes flat and dense pancakes.

🥡 Storing & Reheating

Place any leftover pancakes in an airtight container or plastic storage bag in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Freezing

If you have a larger amount of pancakes that you don't think you'd be able to finish within a week, you can also freeze them.

Individually wrap your pancakes with aluminum foil or plastic wrap so that they don't stick together. Place them into a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

Reheating

Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175°C) and lay your pancakes evenly on a baking sheet. Cover the pancakes with foil so that they don't burn on the top and heat for 5-7 minutes, or until they are heated through to your liking.

(See my post on freezing pancakes and reheating pancakes for more detailed information.)

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