The Best Pancakes on the Planet!
Recipe: #3
April 11, 2011
Categories: Breakfast, Snacks, Brunch, Fathers Day, July 4th, Mothers Day, Flour, Pancakes, more
"The only pancakes I make and the best you will ever have! throw in some fresh blueberries too, drizzle with homemade pancake syrup (my recipe posted here on recipezazz)"
Original is 15 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (69.3 g)
- Calories 151.2
- Total Fat - 7.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 4.4 g
- Cholesterol - 45.8 mg
- Sodium - 374.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 16.6 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.5 g
- Sugars - 3.2 g
- Protein - 4.2 g
- Calcium - 97 mg
- Iron - 0.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In a large bowl combine the flour with the next 4 dry ingredients.
Step 2
In another bowl whisk eggs with buttermilk, sour cream, melted butter and vanilla; add to the flour mixture and whisk until just combined (batter will be thick
Step 3
Allow to stand at room temperature for about 5-8 minutes.
Step 4
Before frying whisk/mix again, then drop about 1/4-cup onto a medium-hot greased skillet; cook until lightly browned on the bottom, then turn and cook until browned.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the butter, make sure to use melted butter for the best texture and flavor.
- If you are looking to add a bit of sweetness to the pancakes, adjust the sugar to suit your taste.
- Replace the all-purpose flour with a combination of oat flour and almond flour for a gluten-free option. This substitution will make the pancakes more nutritious and provide a good source of fiber and protein.
- Replace the buttermilk with a combination of almond milk and apple cider vinegar for a dairy-free option. This substitution will make the pancakes lighter and provide a good source of healthy fats.
Chocolate Chip Pancakes Add 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the dry ingredients before mixing in the wet ingredients. Cook as directed.
Peanut Butter Pancakes Add 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter to the wet ingredients. Cook as directed.
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus - A delicious side dish that complements the pancakes perfectly! The salty, smoky bacon and tender asparagus are a great contrast to the sweet pancakes. Plus, it's easy to make and full of flavor.
Grilled Lemon Garlic Salmon: This light and flavorful salmon dish is the perfect accompaniment to the pancakes. The lemon and garlic add a bright and zesty flavor, while the salmon provides a delicious source of protein. The salmon also pairs well with the bacon-wrapped asparagus, making it a great choice for a complete meal.
FAQ
Q: What type of sour cream should I use?
A: You can use either low-fat or full-fat sour cream for this recipe. The choice is up to you and your preference.
Q: How long should I cook this dish?
A: The cooking time will depend on the type of dish you are making. Generally, the cooking time should be between 20-30 minutes.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Pancakes have been enjoyed since ancient times, with the first recorded recipe dating back to the 4th century BC in a cookbook by the Greek poet Archestratus.
Fun Fact 2: Pancakes have been enjoyed by many famous people, including Elvis Presley who was known to enjoy pancakes with bacon and a fried peanut butter and banana sandwich for breakfast!