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The Ultimate Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

A stack of incredibly fluffy pancakes cut open to show the airy interior, drizzled generously with syrup.
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Make thick and airy pancakes from scratch using this simple recipe. These buttermilk pancakes rise tall and cook to a perfect golden brown, creating a melt-in-your-mouth breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, plus more for the griddle
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. This mixes the dry ingredients well.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix them gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. Overmixing develops gluten and makes pancakes tough.
  4. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the leavening agents to activate, which helps create tall fluffy pancakes.
  5. Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter. The griddle is ready when a drop of water sizzles immediately.
  6. Pour the batter onto the hot griddle, using about 1/4 cup for each pancake. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  7. Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the second side is golden brown and the pancake is cooked through.
  8. Serve immediately stacked high with your favorite syrup for the best breakfast mornings.

Notes

  • For the fluffiest pancakes ever, make sure your buttermilk is fresh and your baking powder is active.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 2 cups of whole milk with 2 tablespoons of white vinegar or lemon juice, let it sit for 5 minutes, then use it in the recipe.
  • Wipe the griddle clean between batches if butter starts to burn to keep your pancakes golden brown.

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