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A stack of five sourdough buttermilk pancakes with a pat of butter and maple syrup drizzled over the top.
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Sourdough Buttermilk Pancakes

These Sourdough Buttermilk Pancakes are soft and fluffy with the most perfectly crispy edges. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy sourdough discard recipe doesn't need to be prepared the night before. They're wonderfully tangy and pair well with all of your favorite toppings.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 10 6-inch pancakes
Calories 220kcal
Author Ashley Petrie, RDN, LDN

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon (3 grams) kosher salt
  • 2 large (114 grams) eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup (200 grams) sourdough starter discard
  • 1 cup (240 grams) buttermilk
  • 8 tablespoons (113 grams) unsalted butter melted (plus more for skillet)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt. Set aside.
    1 ½ cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon (3 grams) kosher salt
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs until broken up. Add sourdough discard, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
    2 large (114 grams) eggs, 1 cup (200 grams) sourdough starter discard, 1 cup (240 grams) buttermilk, 8 tablespoons (113 grams) unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Gently fold until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; the batter should be bubbly and fluffy.
  • Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, add a small amount of butter to grease the surface and reduce the heat to medium-low.
  • Pour ⅓ cup of batter onto the preheated skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side or until the surface begins to bubble. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Transfer pancakes to a plate. Serve with your choice of toppings like butter, maple syrup, whipped cream, or berries. Enjoy!

To Make Waffles:

  • Preheat your waffle maker and lightly grease with butter. Cook waffles according to the instructions on your waffle iron. I use about ½ cup of batter for my 8-inch Belgian waffle maker and each waffle takes approximately 4-5 minutes to cook. Lots of waffle makers have a light to indicate when the waffle is done, but I usually pay more attention to the steam. Once the amount of steam coming out of the waffle maker has subsided, then the waffle is ready.

Notes

  • Adjust heat as needed. If the pancakes are browning too quickly or not cooking through, adjust the heat accordingly. Cooking over medium or medium-low heat is a good starting point.
  • Storage: Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Make Ahead: Pancake batter is best used immediately after mixing. You can cook the pancakes in advance and store them in the refrigerator or freezer. Then, reheat using your preferred method. See reheating instructions in the post above.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 386mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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