🥞 OLD-FASHIONED PANCAKES RECIPE

These pancakes are slightly thicker, richer, and more flavorful than basic pancakes because they use buttermilk, melted butter, and a classic ratio of dry-to-wet ingredients that creates a nostalgic, diner-style texture.

🧈 INGREDIENTS (Makes 8–10 pancakes)

Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar; rest 5 minutes)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for the pan)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, but adds warmth)

🔪 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together:

Flour
Sugar
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt

This ensures even rising and fluffy pancakes.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk:

Buttermilk
Egg
Melted butter
Vanilla (if using)

Make sure the melted butter is slightly cooled so it doesn’t cook the egg.

3. Combine Wet + Dry

Pour the wet mixture into the dry bowl.

Gently stir using a spatula.
Stop mixing when the batter is just combined.
It should be slightly lumpy—this makes pancakes light and tender.

Let the batter rest 5 minutes (optional but recommended).

4. Heat the Pan

Warm a nonstick pan or griddle over medium heat.
Brush lightly with butter for that old-fashioned flavor.

5. Cook the Pancakes

Scoop ¼ cup batter onto the hot surface.
Cook until bubbles appear and edges begin to set—about 1–2 minutes.
Flip carefully and cook the other side for 1–2 minutes, until golden brown.

Repeat, buttering the pan lightly between batches.

🍽️ SERVE

Serve warm with:

Soft butter
Maple syrup
Honey
Powdered sugar
Fresh berries

Old-fashioned pancakes pair beautifully with crispy bacon or sausage.

⭐ TIPS FOR PERFECT OLD-FASHIONED PANCAKES

Don’t overmix the batter—this is the #1 cause of flat pancakes.
Buttermilk creates the classic old-style tang and tenderness.
Cook on medium, not high; they brown too fast otherwise.
Let the batter rest briefly for extra fluffiness.

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OTHER INGREDIENTS

* 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
* 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 tablespoon white sugar
* 1 1/4 cups milk
* 1 egg
* 3 tablespoons butter, melted

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg and melted butter; mix until smooth.
2. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and the pancake recipe is ready serve hot.
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