The Best Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe

The Best Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe - Easy recipe for the fluffiest homemade buttermilk pancakes made from scratch. So delicious!

Perfectly golden brown on the outside with crispy edges, and light and fluffy on the inside. Serve them hot off the griddle with a pat of butter and warm maple syrup or any of your favorite toppings or add-ins. They melt in your mouth.

This is our go-to recipe for super fluffy pancakes. They're incredibly delicious and super easy to make. So, forget the boxed pancake mix and make your own homemade pancakes from scratch. They're incredibly delicious and are sure to become a family favorite.

This tasty recipe pairs well with our Homemade Strawberry Syrup and some Sweet & Spicy Candied Bacon. And be sure to check out our other breakfast recipes. Out of buttermilk? Make your own using one of our 5 Easy Substitutes For Buttermilk.

Here's What You Need

• all purpose flour - Classic buttermilk pancakes are made with all purpose flour.
  Variation: Whole Wheat - We've made this recipe using a 50:50 combination of all purpose flour:whole wheat flour for a denser, but still delicious result.
• sugar - We use granulated white sugar.
• baking powder - A leavening agent that helps the baked goods to rise. Most baking powder is "double-acting", which provides two rises. The first rise occurs when it is combined with a liquid. The second rise occurs when it is heated.
• salt - We use Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt.
• buttermilk - Adds a tangy flavor and aids in rising. Be sure to shake the container of buttermilk well before using.
  Out of buttermilk? You may substitute regular milk (whole or 2%) or make your own homemade buttermilk substitute. (See below.)
• eggs - We use large eggs in this recipe.
• shortening - Shortening is 100% fat and makes baked goods tender.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Them

1. Sift Flour Mixture. First thing, sift dry ingredients together in a medium bowl.

2. Mix Buttermilk Mixture. Add wet ingredients to a separate bowl (large bowl) and use a hand mixer on medium speed to combine.

3. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients. Using an electric hand mixer or a whisk, mix flour mixture into the buttermilk mixture a little at a time until combined into a slightly lumpy pancake batter. Be careful not to over mix the batter.

Pro Tip: Small lumps in the batter are normal and will dissolve as the they are fried. You risk over mixing the batter if you work too hard to get rid them.

4. Preheat Pan. Preheat a cast iron griddle or a large skillet over medium heat.

Add Oil. Add a little vegetable oil to the hot griddle or skillet. Use enough to coat the bottom of the pan.

Pro Tip: For extra crispy edges, use enough oil (¼ cup) so that it bubbles up and sizzles around the edges.

Fry The Pancakes. Add a ladleful of pancake batter to the center of the hot pan. Let the pancake cook without touching it, until you see little bubbles dotting the surface.

How Long Do You Cook Pancakes On Each Side

It takes about 1 ½ minutes per side to cook pancakes. You'll know when they're ready to flip when you see tiny little air bubbles forming on the top. When you see this happen, lift up a corner of the pancake to check that the bottom is a nice golden brown color. Not too light and not too dark.

Tasty Add Ins For Pancakes

• blueberry pancakes - Fold in a cup of fresh or frozen blueberries to this recipe.
• chocolate chips - Fold in a half cup of chocolate chips.
• bananas - Add a half cup of diced bananas for banana pancakes.

Pancake Topping Ideas

Serve these delicious golden brown pancakes with a pat of butter and some real maple syrup, or with any of your favorite toppings. Here's some ideas to get your taste buds interested:

• fresh berries
• jam - Store bought strawberry jam is great heated up until it's melted into a syrup. Or try our Homemade Strawberry Syrup Recipe.
• whipped cream
• bacon bits - So good with our delicious Sweet And Spicy Candied Bacon Recipe.
• melted butter

How To Reheat Leftover Pancakes

Reheat leftovers in the microwave, oven or toaster oven, or toaster.

• Microwave - Reheat in 30 second increments until warmed through.
• Oven or Toaster Oven - Warm them for 10 minutes in an oven that has been preheated to 200°F.
• Toaster - Reheat them just like you would make a piece of toast in the toaster. Just pop one pancake in per slot until just heated through.

There you have it. Our go-to recipe for the BEST fluffy pancakes is as easy as that to make. We hope you enjoy our super simple, super tasty recipe. Try it and let us know how you like it. We'd love to hear from you!

xo ~ Seanna