American Pancakes

Thick and fluffy American-style pancakes made with buttermilk. Perfect for a weekend breakfast served with maple syrup and butter.

Ingredients

• 3 dl all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 dl buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Butter for frying

Method

1. 1Combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a bowl.
2. 2Whisk buttermilk, egg and melted butter together in a separate bowl.
3. 3Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined – a few lumps are fine.
4. 4Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
5. 5Heat a frying pan over medium heat and melt a little butter.
6. 6Pour about 0.5 dl batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set.
7. 7Flip and cook a further 1–2 minutes until golden brown. Serve immediately with maple syrup.

Tips & tricks

• Read the full recipe before you start.
• Prep ingredients in advance for smoother cooking.
• Taste near the end and adjust seasoning as needed.

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