How to Make Buttermilk Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, but recommended)
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 cups (454ml) full-fat buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• Maple syrup and butter, for serving
• Optional additions:
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries or chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and optional cinnamon.
2. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, lightly beat eggs with a whisk. Add buttermilk, vanilla extract, and optional melted butter. Whisk until combined.
3. Combine wet and dry: Pour buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
4. Cook pancakes: Pour batter in 1/3 cupfuls onto a buttered hot pan or griddle. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until small bubbles form on top. Flip and cook on the second side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Add optional ingredients: If using blueberries or chocolate chips, add them to the batter on the griddle after pouring, before flipping.
6. Serve: Serve warm pancakes with maple syrup and butter.

Notes:

• To freeze: Place cooled pancakes between layers of waxed paper, then in a freezer-safe plastic bag. Squeeze out excess air and seal. Freeze for up to 2 months.
• To reheat: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pancakes in a single layer on a baking pan, cover with foil, and heat for 6-8 minutes, or until warm. You can also microwave 3-4 pancakes at a time for about 40 seconds, or until heated through.
• Optional additions: Add cinnamon to the dry ingredients for a warm spice flavor. Add melted butter to the wet ingredients for richer pancakes. Add blueberries or chocolate chips while cooking for added flavor.

Enjoy your delicious Classic Buttermilk Pancakes!