Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe Easy Homemade Classic Diner Charm
A quick and easy recipe for classic diner-style fluffy buttermilk pancakes with simple pantry ingredients, perfect for cozy weekends or rushed mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 12 pancakes (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ cups (300ml) 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 all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined (about 2 minutes).
- In a separate medium bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Stir in buttermilk, melted butter (cooled), and vanilla extract (about 3 minutes).
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula just until combined. Batter should be lumpy; do not overmix. Let batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Heat skillet or griddle over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Test readiness by sprinkling a few drops of water; they should dance and evaporate quickly.
- Lightly grease pan with butter or oil. Pour about ¼ cup (60ml) batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip pancakes carefully and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm in a low oven (around 200°F/95°C) while cooking remaining pancakes.
- Serve immediately with butter and maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes to activate leavening agents. Use medium heat to avoid burning or undercooking. Flip pancakes only once when bubbles form and edges look dry. If batter is too thick after resting, add a splash more buttermilk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 pancakes
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 9
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