Fluffy Sourdough Pancakes with Browned Butter Syrup
Fluffy Sourdough Pancakes with Browned Butter Syrup are the ultimate breakfast treat, transforming your morning into a delightful experience. These pancakes boast a unique tang from the sourdough starter, resulting in a light and airy texture. When drizzled with rich, nutty browned butter syrup, each bite feels like a warm hug. Perfect for lazy weekends or impressing brunch guests, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (about 4 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough starter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for browning)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sourdough starter, flour, milk, eggs, and brown sugar until just combined. Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until golden brown and fragrant (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in maple syrup.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour about half a cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top, then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve pancakes stacked high and generously drizzle with browned butter syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Allowing the batter to rest enhances fluffiness. Customize your pancakes by adding fruits or chocolate chips to the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a toaster or on a skillet.