Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

Thick, soft American-style pancakes. Perfect for weekend breakfasts.

Prep
10 mins
Cook
15 mins
Serves
4
Level
Easy

Buttermilk makes these pancakes tender and gives them a gentle tang.

Leave a few lumps in the batter. Overmixing makes them tough.

Ingredients

Serves 4

Method

  1. Mix

    Whisk the dry ingredients in one bowl and the buttermilk, egg and butter in another. Stir together until just combined.

  2. Rest

    Leave the batter for 5 minutes while the pan heats over medium heat.

    Timer: 5:00

  3. Cook

    Wipe the pan with butter. Cook ladlefuls for 2 minutes until bubbles appear, then flip for 1 minute more.

    Timer: 2:00

  4. Serve

    Keep warm in a low oven while you cook the rest. Serve with maple syrup and berries.