Alton Brown'S Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes Recipe

Name: Alton Brown'S Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: The Dry Goods; 2 cups whole wheat flour (I used whole wheat pastry flour.); 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons sugar; The Wet Works; 2 large eggs; 2 cups buttermilk; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (I used about 2 T. to cut down on fat.)

Servings: persons

1
Mix together all the dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together all wet ingredients. (I just melted the butter slightly before adding it in with the eggs and buttermilk.).
2
Add the wet stuff to the dry stuff and mix just until batter comes together. Do NOT mix smooth. Set aside batter to rest for 5 minutes.
3
* Heat an electric griddle to 350 degrees or place a nonstick frying pan over medium-low heat.
4
*Test the griddle by flicking water on it. If the water dances across the surface, you're good to go.
5
* Rub down the griddle with a little butter or spray with nonstick spray.
6
Ladle 1 scoop of batter onto the griddle. (Batter will be thick! Just spread it out with the bottom of your ladle or the back of a spoon.) Cook until bubbles form in the batter and bottom is golden, approximately three minutes. Flip and cook until the second side is golden, another a minute or so. Adjust the heat as necessary as you go along. Serve while hot!

1234

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: The Dry Goods, 2 cups whole wheat flour (I used whole wheat pastry flour.), 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Alton Brown'S Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Alton Brown'S Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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