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Sourdough Pancakes

These fluffy pancakes are made with a simple mix of sourdough starter, flour, eggs, buttermilk, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they bring a delightful healthy twist to the classic pancake with their unique flavor and airy texture.
Prep Time12 hours
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time12 hours 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Keyword: sourdough Discard pancakes, sourdough pancakes
Servings: 12
Calories: 378kcal
Author: Ashley Nicole

Equipment

  • Griddle
  • Dough Whisk
  • Harvest Grain Mill - White

Ingredients

For the overnight ferment

  • 1 cup sourdough starter unfed
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar

For the batter

  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  • Put the sourdough starter in a large bowl and add the buttermilk, flour, and sugar, then stir to combine.
  • Cover the bowl and allow it to rest overnight at room temperature for the benefits of fermentation.
    Same Day Option-Mix all the ingredients together the morning of and cook! Simple and easy!
  • When you are ready to cook the next day, whisk the egg, melted butter and the vanilla extract together in a small bowl.
  • Then add the rested overnight batter.
  • Add the salt and the baking soda to the batter and mix to combine.
  • Use a small ladle to create pancakes on a preheated pan or griddle, flipping them when they are well browned on the bottom.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Want extra sour? Let the overnight batter ferment for two days!