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Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

The Secret to Perfect Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

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These fluffy blueberry buttermilk pancakes are the ultimate breakfast treat—golden, tender, and bursting with juicy blueberries. Perfect for lazy weekends or special brunches!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 (makes about 8-10 pancakes) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 1 ¼ cups buttermilk (or DIY substitute: 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tbsp melted butter (plus extra for cooking)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (tossed in 1 tbsp flour)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

  3. Make Batter: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined (small lumps are fine). Let batter rest for 5-10 minutes.

  4. Cook Pancakes: Heat a griddle or skillet over medium-low heat. Butter lightly, then pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Sprinkle blueberries on top. Cook until bubbles form (2-3 minutes), flip, and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden.

  5. Serve Warm: Stack pancakes, drizzle with maple syrup, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Buttermilk Substitute: If using DIY buttermilk, let it sit for 5 minutes before mixing.

  • Blueberry Hack: Toss berries in flour to prevent sinking.

  • Freezing: Cool pancakes completely, then freeze in a single layer. Reheat in a toaster or oven.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg