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Stack of golden gluten-free buttermilk pancakes topped with butter and syrup

Gluten-Free Buttermilk Pancakes


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  • Author: Caitlin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: approximately 16 pancakes 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Fluffy, golden, and gluten-free, these buttermilk pancakes are a breakfast favorite that everyone will love.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups buttermilk (shake before measuring)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted (plus more for cooking)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional, but recommended)


Instructions

  1. Whisk Dry Ingredients : In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients : In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine : Add wet ingredients to the dry and stir until just combined. A few lumps are okay – do not over-mix (especially with gluten-free flour).
  4. Rest the Batter : Let sit for 5 – 10 minutes. This helps hydrate the flour and improve texture.
  5. Cook : Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter. Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter per pancake. Cook 2 – 3 minutes until bubbles form and edges are set. Flip and cook 1 – 2 minutes more until golden brown.
  6. Serve : Stack and serve with maple syrup, fruit, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For extra fluffy pancakes, reduce buttermilk by 1/4 cup and replace it with 1/4 cup full-fat Greek yogurt.
  • Batter thickens as it rests – thin with a splash of buttermilk if needed.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze in a single layer and reheat in toaster or oven.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast / Brunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American