Quick Sourdough Pancakes Recipe

Fluffy, delicious sourdough pancakes made without an overnight rise! This recipe uses your active sourdough starter for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch. Perfect for even the pickiest eaters (hubby approved!). Four recipes were tested to achieve the perfect pancake consistency – not too thin, not too thick, just right! Get ready to impress your family with these incredibly easy and tasty pancakes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 314.9 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Quick Sourdough Pancakes

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How to Make Quick Sourdough Pancakes

  1. Whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
  2. Add ½ cup active sourdough starter and 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter to the dry ingredients.
  3. Stir in ¾ cup milk and 1 large egg.
  4. Mix until just combined; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Let the batter rest for 1-2 minutes while you heat your skillet.
  6. Heat a lightly oiled cast iron skillet (or non-stick skillet) over medium heat.
  7. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake.
  8. Cook for 45-60 seconds per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip when bubbles start to appear on the surface.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

34g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quick Sourdough Pancakes?

Quick Sourdough Pancakes takes about 12 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 7 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quick Sourdough Pancakes?

Quick Sourdough Pancakes has approximately 314.9 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quick Sourdough Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Quick Sourdough Pancakes are Sourdough Starter, Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Butter, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.

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