Blueberry Pancakes
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Rise and shine! These tall, fluffy, blueberry pancakes topped with blueberry-maple syrup are a berry good way to start the day.
You can add blueberries to any pancake recipe to make decent blueberry pancakes, but if you want to make truly exceptional blueberry pancakes, look no further! Light and fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside, these pancakes are topped with a homemade blueberry-maple syrup that takes them over the top. The syrup is made by gently boiling fresh blueberries with maple syrup and lemon juice—it only takes just 10 minutes and really drives the blueberry flavor home (the syrup is also delicious drizzled over homemade waffles or vanilla ice cream!).
“Made these for breakfast today. They were the fluffiest lightest pancakes I have ever made in the past 40+ years. New favorite!!”
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Blueberry Pancakes
Bursting with blueberry goodness, this blueberry pancake recipe is a delicious way to brighten any morning.
Ingredients
For the Blueberry-Maple Syrup
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1½ cups fresh blueberries, divided
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, from one lemon
For the Blueberry Pancakes
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2¼ cups buttermilk (see note)
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for cooking
Instructions
For the Blueberry Maple Syrup
- Combine the maple syrup, 1 cup of the blueberries and lemon juice in a small sauce pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and boil gently for about ten minutes. Let the syrup cool to lukewarm, then stir in the remaining ½ cup blueberries.
For the Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. Whisk in the buttermilk and melted butter.
- Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until the dry ingredients are moistened. Do not over-mix; the batter should be a little lumpy. (Note that the batter will be quite thick; as it sits, the leavening will activate and create air bubbles.)
- Heat a griddle or nonstick pan over medium heat and coat it with vegetable oil. Drop about ⅓ cup of batter from a measuring cup or large spoon and place 6 to 8 blueberries on each pancake. Cook until the top surface starts to bubble around the edges and the first side is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until the other side is golden brown. This happens quickly so peek after 30 seconds and watch carefully. Adjust the heat setting if necessary. Wipe the griddle totally clean with a paper towel between batches. Serve immediately with the blueberry-maple syrup.
- Note: If you don’t want to buy a whole carton of buttermilk for this recipe, see my instructions for how to make buttermilk using milk and lemon juice or vinegar.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The pancakes can be frozen for up to 3 months. After they are completely cooled, place a sheet of parchment or wax paper between each pancake and stack together. Wrap the stack of pancakes tightly in aluminum foil or place inside a heavy-duty freezer bag. To reheat, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and cover with foil. Bake in a 375°F oven for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until hot.
Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (8 servings)
- Serving size: 2 pancakes + 3 tablespoons blueberry syrup
- Calories: 384
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Sugar: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Sodium: 502 mg
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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Blueberry Pancake Ingredient Notes
- Maple Syrup: Used in the blueberry-maple syrup to create a rich, sweet base that enhances the natural flavor of the blueberries.
- Fresh Blueberries: Divided between the syrup and the pancakes, they add a burst of fruity sweetness and vibrant color to each bite.
- Lemon Juice: Provides bright acidity to the syrup, balancing the sweetness and elevating the blueberries’ flavor.
- All-Purpose Flour: Forms the structure of the pancakes. Measure using the spoon-and-level method to ensure accuracy.
- Sugar: Sweetens the pancake batter, balancing the tang from the buttermilk and enhancing the overall flavor.
- Baking Powder And Baking Soda: These leavening agents react with the buttermilk to create pancakes with a light, airy rise and tender crumb.
- Eggs: Bind the ingredients together and add richness to the batter.
- Buttermilk: Provides moisture and a subtle tang, and its natural acidity activates the leavening agents to create a light texture. If you don’t have any on hand, or don’t want to purchase a whole carton, it’s easy to make your own using milk and lemon juice; see how to make buttermilk).
- Melted Butter: Adds a layer of richness and depth to the batter.
- Vegetable Oil: Used for cooking the pancakes, ensuring a perfectly golden-brown exterior without sticking.
- Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements
Step-by-Step Photos For Blueberry Pancakes
Step 1: Make the Blueberry-Maple Syrup
Combine the maple syrup, lemon juice, and 1 cup of the blueberries in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
Gently simmer for about 10 minutes. Let cool to lukewarm, then stir in the remaining ½ cup blueberries.
Step 2: Make the Pancakes
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and then whisk in the buttermilk and melted butter.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry and whisk until just combined. The batter will be thick and a bit lumpy.
Using a 1/3 cup measure, drop the batter onto an oiled nonstick pan or griddle and top each pancake with blueberries.
When the first side is golden brown (feel free to use a spatula to lift the edge of the pancake and peek underneath), flip the pancakes and cook for about 30 seconds more. Wipe the griddle clean with a paper towel between batches and repeat with the remaining batter.
To keep the finished pancakes warm, stack them on a plate, cover with foil, and place in a 200°F oven until ready to serve. If you’re hosting a brunch or just want to pair the pancakes with some savory options, scrambled eggs, and egg bites are both easy and delish.
The pancakes can be frozen for up to 3 months and reheated in a 375°F/190°C-oven for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until hot. Enjoy!
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I usually used recipes from Youtube to make (plain) pancakes but decided to try yours as I had some blueberries. Well, the pancakes were delicious. They tasted like how I feel pancakes should be. I don’t even really like pancakes; usually made them for the kids and hubby. Thank you for the wonderful recipe.
So easy and so delicious! I was hesitant to make this because I’m used to box pancake mix and quick to put together. Today I wanted to make the pancake special and this did not disappoint.
I made these last night. So light and fluffy and especially good with new crop blueberries. Thanks so much
Jenn,
How long can the blueberry syrup be refrigerated? I read where it can be frozen, but why? Maple syrup doesn’t have to be. Perhaps the BBerries make a difference.
Hi Lou, yes, the blueberries do make a difference. This should freeze nicely for about a week. 🙂
I never understood the difference in a buttermilk pancake versus a standard one until I made this recipe . My family loved the texture of these pancakes and the blueberry syrup was divine. This is was a big hit.
These are outstanding. I make them once or twice a week and often sub in fresh strawberries for the blueberries for a different spin. In case anyone is wondering, I have great success using bobs mill all purpose gluten free flour (not the same as bobs mill gluten free 1:1 flour). I also sub out the sugar for either maple or honey at a 1:1 ratio with no problems. For butter, I use plant based butter and for buttermilk I use almond milk with a few splashes of lemon juice. My choosy husband LOVES these. You can’t even tell I’ve made all of the alterations to it that I do to make it gluten and dairy free. Jenn, your recipes are always amazing and very forgiving. Thank you for these recipes!!!!!!!
I made these for dinner last night. The whole family loved them! The true test was this morning- each child woke up and said before “good morning”– “Can I have the leftover pancakes for breakfast?”
I know it’s tempting to skip the syrup, but I promise it’s worth it. It you do the syrup first it only adds two minutes, you can cook it as you do the pancakes.
Hi Jenn,
Is the buttermilk supposed to be 2 cups + 1/4 cup or is it 2 x 1/4 cups (1/2 cup) because my batter was extremely runny as another one mentioned. I’m sure I did something wrong as we love your recipes.
Nancy
Hi Nancy, this calls for 2 cups plus 1/4 cup. (I know it’s an unconventional way to write measurements but the way my database is set up, I’m forced to write them that way.) I’m sorry you had a problem with these! Based on what you said, I can’t imagine you only used 1/2 cup of buttermilk. Is there a chance you mismeasured something else?
Thanks Jenn. I will try again. The only thing I can think of is the buttermilk as I made my own (which I normally do).
Hmmm…making your own buttermilk shouldn’t have an impact. I hope you have better luck the second time around!
I had excellent results and they were delicious. I used original almond milk and frozen blueberries. However to decrease the fluid from the frozen blueberries I thawed them overnight and drain the excess fluid off. I also used organic honey because I had no maple syrup.
Why doesn’t this have the Nutrition Information with it?
Hi Jeanie, I just added it. 🙂