Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe Easy Classic Diner Style Breakfast
Classic diner-style fluffy buttermilk pancakes with a subtle vanilla aroma, perfect for a quick and easy breakfast that’s tender and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12 pancakes (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups (480ml) fresh buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¼ cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk 2 cups fresh buttermilk with 2 large eggs, ¼ cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula just until combined; the batter should be lumpy but without large pockets of flour.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat (about 375°F). Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip carefully and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm while finishing the batch.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay. Use fresh buttermilk for best results. Rest the batter for 5-10 minutes before cooking to improve fluffiness. Adjust heat if pancakes cook too dark or pale. Butter and oil mix works well for cooking to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 pancakes
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
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