Description
These Vanilla Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes are a delightful variation of a classic breakfast favorite. Light and fluffy with warm notes of vanilla and cinnamon, they incorporate real buttermilk for a tender texture and rich flavor. Perfect for weekend mornings or breakfast-for-dinner, these pancakes offer a comforting and tasty way to start your day with a hint of spice and sweetness.
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 evenly 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 just until combined. Some lumps are okay—avoid overmixing to keep pancakes light and fluffy. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to activate the leavening agents and enhance fluffiness.
- Preheat Skillet: 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 until bubbles appear on the surface and edges begin to set. Flip carefully and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Serve the pancakes immediately, optionally keeping finished pancakes warm in a 200°F (90°C) oven while cooking the rest.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to avoid dense pancakes; lumps are fine.
- Rest the batter for 5 minutes before cooking for fluffier texture.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven if preparing in batches.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, mix 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Optional add-ins include blueberries, chopped pecans, or a swirl of cinnamon sugar.
- Serve with butter and warm maple syrup or try topping with cinnamon sugar, honey, vanilla yogurt, or fruit like berries or sautéed apples.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: vanilla cinnamon pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, breakfast pancakes, fluffy pancakes, easy pancake recipe, homemade pancakes
