Description
Learn how to make the best fluffy pancakes that are thick, light, and airy every time. This easy homemade recipe uses buttermilk for a classic, soft breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the griddle
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This step helps make your pancakes fluffy.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Overmixing develops gluten and results in tough pancakes.
- Let the batter rest at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the leavening agents to activate, which is key for tall pancakes.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. The griddle is ready when a drop of water sizzles immediately.
- Pour about 1/3 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Do not crowd the pan.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side. You know it is time to flip when bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip carefully and cook the second side until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Serve your perfectly soft pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For extra thick fluffy pancakes, use slightly less buttermilk or let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
- If you do not have buttermilk, mix 2 cups of milk with 2 tablespoons of white vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- Keep finished pancakes warm on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven while you cook the remaining batter.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 27
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 65