The Small Town Chef

Fluffy, Golden, and Worth Waking Up For There are mornings when I want something comforting and familiar—but I still want it to feel like real cooking. That’s exactly where these pancakes live. These are classic buttermilk pancakes : fluffy in the middle, lightly crisp around the edges, and just tangy enough to remind you why buttermilk matters. No box, no shortcuts, and nothing fussy. Once you make pancakes this way a couple of times, the mix in the pantry starts collecting dust. Why Buttermilk Works Buttermilk adds a subtle tang, tenderizes the batter , and reacts with baking soda to give you lift without making the pancakes cake-y. It’s one small ingredient that makes a big difference.   Recipe: Classic Buttermilk Pancakes Ingredients 1½ cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda 1¾ cups buttermilk 1 large egg 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for the pan 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)   ...