Fluffy Lemon Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

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Fluffy Lemon Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

The secret to this height is a thick batter and not over-mixing the flour!

🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour 🌾

  • 2 tbsp Sugar 🤍

  • 2 tsp Baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp Salt 🧂

  • 2 cups Buttermilk (room temperature) 🥛

  • 2 Large eggs 🥚

  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted and cooled) 🧈

  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest (optional, for that bright flavor) 🍋

  • 1 ½ cups Fresh blueberries 🫐

  • Oil or butter for the griddle

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 🥣 ➡️

  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth. ➡️

  3. Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula just until combined. Stop while you still see a few lumps! Over-mixing makes pancakes tough. ➡️

  4. Rest the Batter: Let the batter sit for 5–10 minutes. You will see bubbles forming; this makes them extra fluffy. ⏱️ ➡️

  5. Heat the Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with a little butter or oil. 🍳 ➡️

  6. Cook: Pour about 1/3 cup of batter onto the griddle. Gently press a handful of blueberries into the top of each pancake while the bottom cooks. 🫐 ➡️

  7. Flip: Wait until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set and dry (about 2–3 minutes). Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown (about 1–2 minutes). ➡️

  8. Serve: Stack them high and serve with maple syrup, honey, or a squeeze of fresh lemon! 🍯 ➡️

❓ Common Questions (Q&A)

Q: Can I use frozen blueberries? A: Yes! Do not thaw them first, or they will turn your batter purple. Add them directly to the pancake on the griddle just like fresh ones. ❄️

Q: I don’t have buttermilk. What can I use? A: Mix 2 cups of regular milk with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or white vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it curdles slightly before using! 🥛🍋

Q: Why are my pancakes flat? A: This usually happens if your baking powder is old or if you over-mixed the batter. Stir just until the flour disappears to keep that airy structure. 📈

Q: How do I keep them warm while cooking the rest? A: Place a wire rack on a baking sheet in the oven at its lowest setting (around 90°C or 200°F). Transfer the finished pancakes there to stay crisp and warm! 🌡️

Enjoy your delicious breakfast! ✨🥞

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