Skip the pancake mix and enjoy these homemade buttermilk pancakes instead! Fluffy and old-fashioned, they’re easy to make in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a cozy breakfast any day of the week!
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I don’t even bother with pancake mix because these homemade buttermilk pancakes are a breeze! Just a quick mix of pantry staples, and you’re on your way to fluffy, tender pancakes with a hint of tangy flavor from the buttermilk.
For a classic breakfast, top these pancakes with butter and maple syrup, then add scrambled eggs. I even make these pancakes for dinner sometimes.
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Recipe Highlights
Get the essential details of these fluffy pancakes at a glance:
- Type of recipe: Breakfast or brunch or breakfast for dinner.
- Cooking method: Skillet or griddle
- Skill level: Easy to medium, flipping pancakes
- Flavors & textures: Tangy, airy, soft, light, tender
Buttermilk Pancake Ingredients
- Baking soda: Reacts with buttermilk’s acidity, creating bubbles for a fluffy texture.
- Buttermilk: Makes pancakes tender and adds tangy flavor. You can make your own buttermilk by combining 2 cups of milk with two tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar.
- Butter: Prevents sticking and adds a crisp, golden crust. The more butter in the pan, the browner and crisper the pancake edges.
How To Make Buttermilk Pancakes
Step 1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, kosher salt, sugar, eggs, and buttermilk.
Step 2. Whisk until just combined; some lumps are okay.
Step 3. Heat a griddle or skillet on medium heat, add a little butter to the pan, and add ½ cup of batter into the pan.
Once the batter starts to bubble, flip the pancake over and cook on the other side until golden brown.
Step 4. Repeat with all the batter. Serve with a pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup.
What To Serve with Buttermilk Pancakes
FAQ’s
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Combine 2 cups of milk with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
The more butter in the pan, the browner and crispier the pancake edges will be.
What To Serve With Pancakes
- I love crispy bacon with a big stack of pancakes. Try my method for oven-baked bacon.
- Top the pancakes with this simple homemade raspberry sauce for a fruity flavor.
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Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups AP flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- butter for the pan
- maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, kosher salt, sugar, eggs, and buttermilk.
- Whisk until just combined.
- Heat a griddle or skillet on medium heat and add a little butter to the pan and add ½ cup of batter into the pan.
- Once the batter starts to bubble flip the pancake over and cook on the other side until golden brown.
- Repeat with all the batter.
- Serve with more butter and syrup.
Notes
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Hello there, I’m Jere’
From learning to cook on a farm in Indiana to culinary school in California, my passion for food is never-ending. Turning on my oven to bake something for friends and family is my happy place, and I am glad to be here at One Hot Oven sharing sweet and savory family-friendly recipes for your cooking and baking inspiration.
My family loved this! delicious!!!