Description
These Vanilla Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes strike the perfect balance between light and fluffy with a warm vanilla-cinnamon twist. Made with real buttermilk and a touch of melted butter, these pancakes are ideal for a cozy breakfast or comforting breakfast-for-dinner. Their delicate spice and classic flavors make every bite feel homemade and delicious.
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 flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Batter: Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. It’s okay if the batter is a bit lumpy; overmixing can lead to dense pancakes.
- Rest Batter: Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the leavening agents to activate, which helps create extra fluffy pancakes.
- Preheat Pan: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly butter the surface to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to set.
- Flip & Finish: Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Serve your pancakes immediately or keep warm in a 200°F (90°C) oven while cooking the remaining batter.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense pancakes; lumps are fine.
- Resting the batter for a few minutes ensures fluffier pancakes.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute with 1 cup milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar; let sit for 5 minutes before using.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm by placing them in a low-heat oven (200°F / 90°C) while finishing the batch.
- Optional add-ins: blueberries, chopped pecans, or a swirl of cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: vanilla cinnamon pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, fluffy pancakes, breakfast, homemade pancakes, cinnamon breakfast, easy pancake recipe
