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Close-up of three incredibly fluffy pancakes with golden-brown tops, drizzled with syrup on a white plate.

The Absolute Best Fluffy Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Pancakes


  • Author: Lina Kohn
  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Yield: About 12 pancakes
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple recipe for thick, light, and airy homemade buttermilk pancakes perfect for a weekend breakfast.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the griddle


Instructions

  1. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk these dry ingredients together well.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  4. Stir in the 4 tablespoons of melted butter until just incorporated. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or cooking spray.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  7. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook the second side until golden brown.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For extra fluffy pancakes, do not stir the batter after the initial mix. Overmixing develops gluten, resulting in flat pancakes.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 2 tablespoons of white vinegar or lemon juice into 2 cups of regular milk and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Keep finished pancakes warm in a single layer on a baking sheet in a 200F oven while you cook the remaining batter.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Griddling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 39
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 85