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Kefir Buttermilk Pancakes​

Kefir Buttermilk Pancakes​

These kefir buttermilk pancakes are soft, fluffy, and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. Kefir adds a light tang and helps create tender pancakes with a golden finish. Perfect for quick weekday breakfasts or relaxed weekend mornings, this recipe comes together fast and tastes comforting every time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Pancakes
Calories: 121
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • Amount Unit Name required Notes
  • 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour Foundation of pancakes provides structure and soft crumb
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder Secondary rise for fluffy texture
  • ½ teaspoon Baking soda Immediate lift when combined with kefir
  • ½ teaspoon Fine sea salt or iodized salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness
  • 1 –2 tablespoons Sugar optional Adds light sweetness and improves golden browning
Wet Ingredients
  • Amount Unit Name required Notes
  • 1 ¼ cups Plain kefir Fermented milk adds moisture, tang, and natural lift
  • 2 large Eggs Provide structure richness, and binding
  • 2 tablespoons Melted butter or oil Adds moisture and tender texture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds cozy aroma and flavor depth
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup Lightly sweetens batter and enhances flavor
Optional Ingredients / Add-Ins
  • Amount Unit NAME required Notes
  • ½ –¾ cup Fresh blueberries Adds juicy bursts of flavor and natural sweetness
  • ¼ cup Chocolate chips Sweet addition for kids and dessert-style pancakes
  • ½ cup Mashed banana Adds moisture and natural sweetness
  • As needed — Powdered sugar For garnish and classic presentation
  • As needed — Maple syrup or honey For serving and extra sweetness
  • As needed — Fresh berries For topping and color contrast
  • As needed — Yogurt Adds creamy balance when serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat

    Preheat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat (about 300°F / 150°C). Lightly grease with butter or oil.

    Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and optional sugar until well combined.

    Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, whisk the kefir, eggs, melted butter (or oil), vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and creamy.

    Step 4: Combine Batter

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold together until just combined. Do not overmix — a few small lumps are perfectly fine. Overmixing can make pancakes dense instead of fluffy.

    Step 5: Add Optional Mix-Ins

    If using blueberries, chocolate chips, or mashed banana, gently fold them into the batter.

    Step 6: Cook the Pancakes

    Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter onto the heated pan for each pancake. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.

    Step 7: Keep Warm (Optional)

    If making multiple batches, place cooked pancakes on a cooling rack or in a warm oven (200°F / 90°C) to keep them warm.

    Step 8: Serve

    Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup, honey, yogurt, or fresh berries. Enjoy your soft, fluffy kefir pancakes!

Notes

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value*
Calories 245 kcal 12%
Total Fat 8 g 10%
Saturated Fat 3 g 15%
Cholesterol 55 mg 18%
Sodium 320 mg 14%
Total Carbohydrates 34 g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g 5%
Total Sugars 7 g —
Added Sugars 3 g 6%
Protein 9 g 18%
Calcium 140 mg 11%
Iron 2 mg 10%
Potassium 210 mg 4%
Probiotics Present (from kefir) —