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Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe Easy Baking Hack with Regular Milk

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A quick and easy pancake recipe that uses a baking hack to create fluffy buttermilk pancakes using regular milk and vinegar or lemon juice. Perfect for cozy mornings and busy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (10 fl oz / 300ml) regular milk (whole milk preferred, 2% is fine)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the buttermilk substitute: In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine 1 ¼ cups (300ml) of regular milk with 1 ½ tablespoons of white vinegar or lemon juice. Stir and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it thickens and curdles slightly.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the egg, melted butter (3 tablespoons), vanilla extract (1 teaspoon), and the homemade buttermilk substitute until smooth.
  4. Mix wet into dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold the batter just until combined; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Preheat skillet: Heat your non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes. Test by sprinkling a few drops of water; if they dance and evaporate quickly, it’s ready.
  6. Cook pancakes: Lightly grease the skillet with butter or oil. Using a ¼ cup (60ml) measuring cup or ladle, pour batter onto the skillet, spacing pancakes about 2 inches apart. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set.
  7. Flip and finish: Carefully flip with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  8. Serve immediately: Stack warm pancakes and add your favorite toppings such as butter, maple syrup, or fresh fruit.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine to keep pancakes fluffy. Use fresh baking powder and baking soda for best rise. Cook on medium heat to avoid burning outside while raw inside. Let batter rest 5-10 minutes after mixing to activate leavening. For dairy-free, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and vinegar with apple cider vinegar. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

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Keywords: fluffy pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, baking hack, regular milk pancakes, easy breakfast, quick pancakes, homemade pancakes

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