Description

These Vanilla Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes offer a cozy twist on a breakfast classic. Light and fluffy with a delicate blend of warm vanilla and cinnamon spices, they are made using real buttermilk for extra tenderness and flavor. Perfect for a relaxing weekend morning or a comforting breakfast-for-dinner, this stack promises homemade goodness in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

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 well combined.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, large egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients with a spatula or spoon until just combined; small lumps are fine. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to activate the leavening agents and ensure extra fluffy pancakes.
Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and brush lightly with butter to prevent sticking.
Cook Pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set, approximately 2–3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve Warm: Remove from heat and serve the pancakes warm with your choice of toppings.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter; stir just until combined to avoid dense pancakes.
Allowing the batter to rest before cooking activates baking soda and powder, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
Keep cooked pancakes warm by placing them on a baking sheet in a low oven set at 200°F (90°C) while finishing the batch.
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.
Optional add-ins like blueberries, chopped pecans, or cinnamon sugar swirls can be folded into the batter for variation.
For serving, try butter and warm maple syrup, cinnamon sugar, honey, vanilla yogurt, fresh fruits, or whipped cream for a special touch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: vanilla cinnamon pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, breakfast recipe, fluffy pancakes, stovetop pancakes, cozy breakfast