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The Best Sourdough Pancakes

This sourdough pancake recipe is easy to make and totally from scratch! These pancakes are fluffy and buttery with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla that gives these pancakes the most delicious flavor. Made with ingredients you already have in your pantry and sourdough discard, these pancakes are easy and delicious every time!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients  

The Best Sourdough Pancakes :

  • 1 c. all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. sourdough discard
  • 1 1/4 c. milk
  • 1/4 c. butter melted
  • 2 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 eggs

Optional Pancake Toppings :

  • butter, maple syrup, honey, whipped cream, berries, powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • In a a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together sourdough discard, milk, melted butter, vanilla and eggs.
  • Slowly fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix together until smooth.
  • Set the batter aside as you prepare your griddle or pan.
  • Heat a griddle or pan over low-medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
  • Pour about 1/4 c. scoops of pancake batter onto the pan and spread out each scoop of batter gently into a circle.
  • Cook the pancakes on the first side until the underside is golden and bubbles begin to form on top. Flip the pancake with a spatula and continue to the cook until the pancake is golden brown.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining pancake batter.
  • Serve the pancakes warm with butter, maple syrup and desired pancake toppings. Enjoy!
Keyword Breakfast, Discard, Pancake, Sourdough
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