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Fluffy Homemade Strawberry Pancakes with Fresh Strawberry Sauce

Close-up of a stack of fluffy strawberry pancakes generously topped with macerated strawberries and syrup.
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Make these extra fluffy strawberry pancakes from scratch. This easy recipe delivers light, airy pancakes bursting with fresh berries, perfect for a weekend brunch or special breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • For the Sauce: 2 cups fresh strawberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This mixture creates the base for your fluffy pancakes.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Whisk gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps in the batter mean fluffier pancakes.
  4. Gently fold in the sliced fresh strawberries.
  5. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. The griddle is ready when a drop of water sizzles immediately.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  7. Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. While pancakes cook, prepare the sauce: Combine the 2 cups of strawberries, 1/4 cup sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Mash lightly with a fork for desired consistency.
  9. Serve the warm, fluffy strawberry pancakes immediately, topped with the homemade strawberry sauce and extra fresh berries or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • For the fluffiest results, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 2 cups of regular milk with 2 tablespoons of white vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Cook pancakes until they are perfectly golden brown for the best presentation.

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