The Ultimate Fluffy Strawberry Pancakes
Make light, airy strawberry pancakes from scratch. This easy recipe uses fresh berries and results in a golden stack perfect for a weekend brunch.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: About 10 pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the griddle
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- For Serving: Maple syrup, powdered sugar, extra fresh strawberries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine for fluffy pancakes.
- Gently fold in the sliced fresh strawberries.
- Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve immediately stacked high, topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and extra fresh strawberries.
Notes
- For extra fluffiness, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
- If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute regular milk for buttermilk and add 1 teaspoon of white vinegar to the milk, letting it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- To keep pancakes warm while you cook the rest, place them on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 85