Description

These Vanilla Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes offer a cozy twist on a breakfast classic, featuring light, fluffy pancakes infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon flavors. Made with real buttermilk, they provide a comforting homemade taste perfect for weekend mornings or breakfast-for-dinner occasions.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for cooking)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly combine the dry components.
Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, large egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine batter: Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; lumps are okay. Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes to enhance fluffiness.
Heat the skillet: Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and brush with butter for cooking.
Cook pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges set (about 2–3 minutes), then flip and cook the other side for 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Serve warm: Remove from the skillet and serve pancakes immediately with your preferred toppings.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter; stir just until combined to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
Resting the batter for 5 minutes activates the leavening agents for better texture.
Keep cooked pancakes warm by placing them on a baking sheet in a 200°F (90°C) oven while finishing the batch.
If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute with 1 cup milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar; let it sit for 5 minutes before use.
Optional add-ins include blueberries, chopped pecans, or a swirl of cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Vanilla Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes, breakfast, pancakes, buttermilk, cinnamon, vanilla, fluffy pancakes, homemade breakfast