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Classic Buttermilk Pancakes

Can never go wrong with a nice fluffy classic buttermilk pancake. Amiright? I am right.
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast, brunch, buttermilkpancake, pancake, pancakes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Crystal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cast iron skillet or griddle
  • spatula
  • pastry brush

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 eggs
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • olive oil for cooking the pancakes

Instructions

  • Preheat a griddle or cast iron pan on a stove to the setting above it’s lowest setting.
  • While the griddle is heating, In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
  • Pour the milk mixture in with the flour mixture. Gently whisk for about a minute to combine.
  • Add the melted butter to the mixture. Stir to incorporate. Batter should be slightly lumpy and thick.
  • Spread small amount of olive oil in the griddle with a pasty brush, just enough to coat the surface.
  • Pour a quarter cup of the pancake mixture onto the griddle. Spread out the mixture to make pancakes a little thinner and rounder. If cooking multiple pancakes at a time, be sure to keep them at least an inch apart.
  • Cook pancakes for 4-5 minutes on it’s first side. The uncooked side will create little holes and look a little dry. Once it’s at that point, flip and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Serve with melted butter and maple syrup. Enjoy!