Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe

These fluffy buttermilk pancakes are the BEST from-scratch recipe you'll ever try! Perfect for busy weekday mornings, these pancakes freeze beautifully, making them ideal for quick and easy breakfasts. Don't have buttermilk? No problem! Simply substitute with milk and a touch of lemon juice or baking soda – the results will be just as amazing! Get ready to experience pancake perfection!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 80.6 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes

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How to Make Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 4 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups buttermilk (or substitute: 2 cups milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 teaspoon baking soda), 1 large egg, and 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted).
  3. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to achieve your desired pancake consistency. For thinner pancakes, add more milk.
  5. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

2g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes?

Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes?

Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes has approximately 80.6 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Awesome Buttermilk Pancakes are Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Sugar, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.

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