Grandpa's Buttermilk Clouds Recipe

Name: Grandpa's Buttermilk Clouds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ⅔ cups buttermilk; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 large eggs, separated; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ⅓ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; oil, for skillet

Servings: persons

1
In a small bowl, stir together the buttermilk and the cider vinegar and let stand.
2
Start preheating a large ungreased skillet on medium heat while you prepare the batter.
3
This helps the pan to attain uniform heat distribution.
4
Melt the butter in a small pan over low heat.
5
Beat the egg yolks in a large bowl until light.
6
Add the buttermilk and cider vinegar mixture.
7
Sift together the dry ingredients.
8
Add the flour mixture to the buttermilk mixture and beat only slightly to blend.
9
Beat the egg whites stiff but not dry and fold them into the batter along with the melted butter.
10
Lightly grease preheated skillet.
11
Drop the batter by large rounded spoonsfuls onto the hot skillet and cook the pancakes until the entire surface is covered with air bubbles; turn and cook the other side until golden.

1041

kcal

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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: 1 ⅔ cups buttermilk, 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons butter, 3 large eggs, separated, and more.

Yes, Grandpa's Buttermilk Clouds falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grandpa's Buttermilk Clouds

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Variations & substitutions

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