Old Fashioned Buttermilk Pancakes
Sometimes the most simple and uncomplicated foods are the ones that taste the best. Old fashioned buttermilk pancakes have long been a favorite breakfast food - and they still can be! You can still enjoy this low calorie, low fat version of these delicious, fluffy buttermilk pancakes while staying on track with your healthy lifestyle.
Equipment
- 2 large bowl
- 1 griddle or nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 cup fat free (or low fat) buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup seasonal chopped fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and baking soda in a large bowl and stir well to combine. In another bowl, mix the egg , buttermilk, oil and vanilla; whisk until well blended.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well. Mix until the batter is relatively smooth (you will have a few little lumps - that’s okay).
- If you would like fresh fruit in the batter, gently fold it in at this point.
- For each pancake, scoop about 1/4 cup of batter on to a hot griddle or nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray. Turn the pancakes when bubbles appear and edges are slightly cooked (about 1 1/2-2 minutes).
- Cook for 1-1 1/2 minutes on the second side. Keep already-made pancakes warm in a 200 degree oven while remaining pancakes are being cooked.
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Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a sprinkle of ground cinnamon to the pancake batter. These aromatic additions will awaken your senses and take your buttermilk pancakes to the next level. Don't be afraid to experiment and make this recipe your own!
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