🥞 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
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
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1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar; rest 5 minutes)
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for the pan)
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, but adds warmth)
🔪 INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
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Flour
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Sugar
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Baking powder
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Baking soda
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Salt
This ensures even rising and fluffy pancakes.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk:
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Buttermilk
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Egg
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Melted butter
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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
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Scoop ¼ cup batter onto the hot surface.
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Cook until bubbles appear and edges begin to set—about 1–2 minutes.
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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:
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Soft butter
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Maple syrup
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Honey
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Powdered sugar
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Fresh berries
Old-fashioned pancakes pair beautifully with crispy bacon or sausage.
⭐ TIPS FOR PERFECT OLD-FASHIONED PANCAKES
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Don’t overmix the batter—this is the #1 cause of flat pancakes.
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Buttermilk creates the classic old-style tang and tenderness.
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Cook on medium, not high; they brown too fast otherwise.
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Let the batter rest briefly for extra fluffiness.
* 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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