Estimated Time: 20 minutes
Number of Servings: 2-3 people
Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, cooled slightly
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter for cooking
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions:
- Whisk the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Just barely mix it up: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together with a spatula. Don't overmix! A few lumps are okay – they'll contribute to fluffiness. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes while your pan heats up.
- Heat a griddle or large skillet: Preheat your griddle or skillet over medium heat. Add a pat of butter to grease the surface.
- Pour and cook: Once the pan is hot, pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake. Let them cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges start to set.
- Flip and finish: Flip the pancakes carefully with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown on the bottom.
- Stack and serve: Transfer the pancakes to a plate and keep them warm in a preheated oven (200°F) while you cook the remaining batter. Serve immediately with a generous drizzle of maple syrup and your favorite toppings – fresh fruit, whipped cream, chocolate chips, the options are endless!
Tips for Fluffy Pancakes:
- Don't overmix the batter: This is the golden rule for fluffy pancakes. Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough pancakes. A few lumps are your friends!
- Let the batter rest: Letting the batter rest for a few minutes allows the baking powder to activate, which will help your pancakes rise beautifully.
- Use room temperature ingredients: Cold ingredients can lead to denser pancakes. Take your eggs, buttermilk, and butter out of the fridge about 30 minutes before you start cooking.
- Control your heat: Medium heat is key. If your pan is too hot, the outsides of your pancakes will burn before the insides are cooked through.
Pro-tip for Perfect Pancakes: Invest in a Bazova Ceramic Pan
For effortless flipping and perfectly cooked pancakes, consider using a Bazova ceramic cookware pan. These pans boast a smooth, non-stick surface that allows you to use less oil or butter, resulting in healthier pancakes. Plus, cleanup is a breeze thanks to the non-stick surface! Just a quick wipe down or a trip through the dishwasher (depending on the pan's instructions) and your pan is ready for the next batch.
