Buttermilk Pancakes
Buttermilk Pancakes turn out light, fluffy, and tender with a gentle tang and golden edges. Whisked wet and dry components come together just before hitting a hot griddle, giving a soft crumb ideal for soaking up butter and maple syrup. Perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch when you want a stack that feels classic and satisfying.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Buttermilk Pancakes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 47 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 52 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 36
- Heart Health
- 57
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 25
- Performance
- 30
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the buttermilk, milk, eggs, and melted butter together. Keep the two mixtures separate until you are ready to cook.
- 2
Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Flick a little water on the surface; if it beads and sizzles, it is ready.
- 3
Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, then use a wooden spoon or fork to stir just until blended. The batter should be slightly lumpy, which is desired.
- 4
Pour or scoop the batter onto the preheated griddle, using approximately 1/2 cup for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, 1 to 2 minutes; flip with a spatula and cook until the other side is browned. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- 5
Serve hot and enjoy!
- Calories 247.52 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 7.83 g Moderate 16%
- Carbohydrate 31.05 g 11%
- Total Fat 9.42 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 5.47 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.01 g High --
- Cholesterol 81.87 mg High 27%
- Sodium 124.32 mg Moderate 5%
- Dietary Fiber 1.19 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 5.88 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 101.06 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 1.91 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 64.74 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 43.82 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 0.7 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.38 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Buttermilk Pancakes is an American breakfast recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, and Butter. Each serving provides about 247.52 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Buttermilk Pancakes?
- It is an American pancake recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dessert or snack.
- What is Buttermilk Pancakes made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Butter, Buttermilk. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Buttermilk Pancakes?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Buttermilk Pancakes?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 247.52 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Buttermilk Pancakes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Buttermilk Pancakes healthy?
- Buttermilk Pancakes has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 247.52 calories and 7.83 g of protein, or 16% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 124.32 mg (5% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.47 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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