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Fluffy Buttermilk Cinnamon Pancakes

These fluffy buttermilk cinnamon pancakes are a weekend breakfast dream—simple to whip up, rich in flavor, and endlessly customizable. The tang of buttermilk pairs perfectly with warm cinnamon and vanilla for a pancake that’s fluffy inside and slightly crisp outside. Perfect with fruit, syrup, or a pat of melting butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter plus more for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until combined.
  3. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Don’t overmix.
  4. Let batter rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Heat a buttered nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour in ¼ cup batter per pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles appear and edges are set (2–3 minutes), then flip.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/fluffy-buttermilk-cinnamon-pancakes/

Notes

• Don't overmix the batter—gentle stirring keeps them fluffy.
• Resting the batter helps the gluten relax and makes pancakes more tender.
• Use real buttermilk for best results, but milk + a splash of lemon juice works in a pinch.