The Best Pancake Recipe
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The Best Pancake Recipe
Description
The Best Pancake Recipe combines separated eggs, with whites whipped to stiff peaks and yolks mixed with buttermilk, sour cream, vanilla, and melted butter to enrich the batter. Flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt are folded in, followed by carefully incorporated egg whites to maintain airiness. Cooking on a buttered skillet ensures a golden exterior while keeping the interior tender and fluffy. Bubbles forming on the surface signal readiness to flip, producing consistent pancakes approximately 2 minutes per side.
The final pancakes are softly textured with subtle tang from sour cream and buttermilk, balanced by vanilla and moderate sweetness. They are versatile for breakfast or brunch and pair well with maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream for added color and taste contrast.
The recipe is adapted from Serious Eats, with adjustments in sugar, vanilla, and baking soda to optimize flavor and rise. Using fresh butter on the griddle improves browning and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 large egg separated
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 4 Tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- butter (for griddle or skillet)
Instructions
- Heat skillet over medium heat. In a mixing bowl, whip egg WHITES until stiff peaks form.
- In another mixing bowl, add egg yolks, buttermilk, sour cream, and vanilla. Stir to combine. Slowly drizzle in melted butter and stir.
- Fold in sugar, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Carefully fold in egg whites and stir just until mixed together.
- Place a pat of butter onto skillet or griddle. Use a 1/4, 1/3, or 1/2 measuring cup depending on how large you want your pancakes. Cook for approximately 2 minutes per side. Watch for bubbles to form on the top of the pancake and for it to turn a light golden color.
- Serve warm with extra butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, and homemade whipped cream.
Notes
- This recipe is adapted from Serious Eats with reduced sugar and added vanilla for enhanced flavor.
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Overall Rating
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