Enjoy a classic American breakfast with my mother's pancakes recipe. These pancakes are light, fluffy, and incredibly delicious. Made with simple ingredients that are probably already in your pantry, these pancakes will be a family favorite. Whip up a batch of these pancakes in no time and start your day with a plateful of perfection. Serve them with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, butter, fresh berries, or whipped cream. Make every morning special with this easy and foolproof pancake recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, butter, fresh berries, whipped cream
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; lumps are okay.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or cooking spray.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or cooking spray as needed.
- Serve the pancakes warm with your desired toppings.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Buttermilk is the secret ingredient in these pancakes that makes them extra fluffy and tender.
You can add various mix-ins to the batter such as chocolate chips, blueberries, or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Leftover pancakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Reheat in a toaster or microwave before serving.
Pancakes are often enjoyed on special occasions like birthdays or holidays, but there's no wrong time to have them for breakfast!