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Katie's Cucina » Recipes » Breakfast

Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

Published: Aug 18, 2015 · Modified: Apr 18, 2022 by Katie · This post may contain affiliate links

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A stack of buttermilk pancakes with a square of butter on top with syrup in the background.

If you love breakfast you will love my fluffy buttermilk pancake recipe. Light and fluffy pancakes made from scratch in under 20 minutes. These are sure to knock your breakfast socks off!

5 pancakes stacked on a blue plate with butter on top and syrup in the background.

This is a recipe I shared back in 2010 when my blog was only a few months old. I had no clue about food photography and was just learning about blogging. I make these buttermilk pancakes at least twice a month and I felt that I needed to re-share this recipe for anyone who is looking for the most delicious and divine buttermilk pancake recipe. If I can make these on a week day with a toddler, then I know you can make them too. I promise.

Five pancakes stacked on top of a bright blue plate with two forks next to the plate.

Growing up, we never had pancakes from scratch. Sorry mom. I know your reading this and probably cursing me out at the computer or on your phone but it’s the truth. It was the shake and pour version (which back then to me was delicious), but now not so much. The only time I will eat pancakes if I know they are buttermilk pancakes. Something about a light and fluffy buttery pancake that will get me every time. I’m a sucker for breakfast and like to feast. Like I order the largest breakfast ever.

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My husband, isn’t a huge fan of pancakes, but will happily eat my buttermilk pancakes when I make them. I don’t think I’ve ever seen him order pancakes at a restaurant. That’s why I typically only make them twice a month. I alternate them and waffles which I adore. Along with the traditional eggs, sausage and breakfast potatoes.

Ingredients

Blue plate with pancakes stacked on top of each other with butter and syrup.

Here are just a few of the key ingredients you need for this fluffy pancake recipe.

  • All-purpose flour – I never use any other flour for this recipe. If you are looking for whole wheat pancakes you can check out that recipe.
  • White granulated sugar – you always want to use white sugar for pancakes. I’ve never tested with brown sugar.
  • Buttermilk – this is a must. Check my FAQs on how to make your own buttermilk if you don’t have any on hand.
  • Butter – for this recipe you need a few tablespoons melted. Just make sure you melt this first so it has time to completely cool before you pour it into the batter!

Directions

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Then add in the  buttermilk, milk, eggs, and melted butter. Mix for 30 seconds and all ingredients are blended.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Pour the batter onto the griddle, using about ¼ cup for each pancake (or less if you want silver dollar pancakes).
  • Brown on both sides. Remove from griddle and repeat until all the batter is used. Serve hot with butter and maple syrup.

FAQs

Blue plate with 5 pancakes stacked on top of each other with two square pieces of butter on top.
Why does buttermilk make pancakes fluffy?

The acid from the buttermilk reacts to the baking soda and baking powder which gives the light and fluffy texture.

What can I use if I don’t have buttermilk?

If you don’t have buttermilk don’t worry. You can make your own at home as long as you have either white vinegar or lemon juice. To make 1 cup of buttermilk you will need 1 tablespoon of the acid (either the vinegar or lemon juice) paired with just shy of 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it starts to curdle. Mix and then use to make buttermilk pancakes!

Can you freeze homemade pancakes?

Yes! Let the pancakes cool to room temperature. Place the individual pancakes between parchment paper. Place in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

How do you reheat frozen pancakes?

Remove the pancakes from the freezer. Place on a microwavable safe dish and reheat for 30 seconds. Feel the pancakes to make sure it’s warm to touch. Microwave in 15 second intervals until hot.

Pancake Recipes

Two blue plates with pancakes stacked on top with butter, syrup, and sugar in the background.

Still craving pancakes? Check out these other delicious pancake recipes.

  • Chocolate – Chocolate Chip Buttermilk Pancakes
  • Pumpkin Buttermilk Pancakes
  • Apple Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes
  • St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Pancakes

If you make this recipe, I would be honored and love for you to take the time to leave a star rating and comment! I spend hours developing and testing these recipes, and always love to hear feedback and user experience!

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Blue plate with three pancakes stacked with butter on top.

Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

If you love breakfast you will love my buttermilk pancake recipe. Light and fluffy pancakes that will knock your breakfast socks off!
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 237kcal
Author: Katie

Equipment

  • Frying Pan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon White granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon B aking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoons Milk
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter melted and slightly cooled

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Then add in the  buttermilk, milk, eggs, and melted butter. Mix for 30 seconds and all ingredients are blended.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Pour the batter onto the griddle, using about ¼ cup for each pancake (or less if you want silver dollar pancakes).
  • Brown on both sides. Remove from griddle and repeat until all the batter is used. Serve hot with butter and maple syrup.

Notes

  • Freeze – Make a double batch and freeze the leftovers for an easy weekday breakfast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 543mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 354IU | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg
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Katie is a busy mom of 2 children who loves to feed her family delicious meals that don't take hours to cook! She started her blog 10 years ago as a way to help others get cooking in the kitchen.

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  1. Lupita Shepherd

    June 11, 2020 at 10:50 pm

    5 stars
    We make our own fake buttermilk with 1cup milk (can even be vegetarian) to 1Tbsp vinegar. We wait for it to curdle and voila…buttermilk!

    Reply
    • Katie

      June 14, 2020 at 9:06 pm

      Hi Lupita! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment! Yes–I love to do the same thing when I don’t have buttermilk on hand!

  2. Kayle (The Cooking Actress)

    August 30, 2015 at 9:29 pm

    this is like…the perfect pancake recipe!!

    Reply
    • Katie

      August 31, 2015 at 1:19 pm

      It so is… it’s our favorite and we make it all the time!!!

  3. Laurel

    August 18, 2015 at 10:09 am

    What is belned?

    Reply
    • Katie

      August 18, 2015 at 10:49 am

      Hi Laurel, it should read blended. Thanks for catching my typo! I just changed it. Hope you enjoy the pancakes as much as my family does!

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