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Fluffy Blueberry Pancakes

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Servings 10 medium pancakes

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk or hand mixer
  • Nonstick skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk any type works
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries do not thaw if frozen

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
  • Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently. A few small lumps are fine. Overmixing will make the pancakes dense.
  • Fold in the blueberries right before cooking.
  • Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  • Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the hot surface.
  • Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges set. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
  • Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, or even a dusting of powdered sugar if you’re feeling fancy.

Notes

Tips for the Best Blueberry Pancakes

  • Do not overmix the batter. A slightly lumpy batter makes fluffier pancakes.
  • Let the batter rest for 3 to 5 minutes before cooking. This helps activate the baking powder.
  • If using frozen blueberries, add them directly from the freezer to prevent the batter from turning blue.
  • Keep the heat at medium. Too high will burn the outside before the inside cooks.
  • Grease your skillet lightly so the edges crisp but do not fry.

Variations and Substitutions

  • Lemon Blueberry: Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest and replace some milk with lemon juice for extra brightness.
  • Whole Wheat: Swap half the flour for whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
  • Buttermilk Pancakes: Use buttermilk instead of regular milk and reduce baking powder to 2 teaspoons.
  • Chocolate Chip Blueberry: Add a small handful of chocolate chips for a bakery-style treat.
  • Vegan Version: Replace milk with almond or oat milk and use a flax egg. Use oil instead of butter.
Keyword Breakfast, Easy, Fluffy, Natural, Sweet