Description
These Vanilla Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes offer a cozy, flavorful twist on a breakfast classic. Light and fluffy with a warm vanilla-cinnamon undertone, they are made using real buttermilk and perfect for a comforting weekend morning or breakfast-for-dinner. This recipe yields about 8 pancakes, providing homemade goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, large egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. It’s okay if the batter is a bit lumpy; overmixing can lead to dense pancakes. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to help it become extra fluffy.
- Preheat Pan: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly butter the surface to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the hot skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges are set. Flip carefully and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Remove pancakes from the skillet and serve immediately or keep warm in a 200°F (90°C) oven until ready to eat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; lumps are fine and result in fluffier pancakes.
- Resting the batter for a few minutes activates the leavening agents for better texture.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute with 1 cup milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (200°F/90°C) until serving.
- Enhance your pancakes by adding blueberries, chopped pecans, chocolate chips, or a swirl of cinnamon sugar to the batter.
- Serve with warm maple syrup, cinnamon sugar, honey drizzle, vanilla yogurt, or fresh fruits for a delightful breakfast experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Vanilla Cinnamon Pancakes, Buttermilk Pancakes, Breakfast, Fluffy Pancakes, Easy Pancake Recipe
