Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix dry ingredients

   Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Mix wet ingredients

   In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

3. 3

   Combine — gently

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry. Fold together with a spatula until just combined — lumps are fine and expected. Overmixing develops gluten and makes tough, flat pancakes. Stop as soon as no dry flour is visible.

4. 4

   Rest the batter

   Let the batter rest for 5 minutes. You'll see bubbles forming — that's the leavening activating.

5. 5

   Cook

   Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Brush lightly with butter. Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2–3 minutes. Flip once and cook 1–2 minutes more until golden.

6. 6

   Serve immediately

   Stack on warm plates and serve with real maple syrup and fresh berries. Don't keep them waiting.