Description
Bright, fluffy, and bursting with citrusy flavor, these Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes are a refreshing twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Perfect for brunch or cozy mornings, they combine zesty lemon with the crunch of poppy seeds.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for the pan)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and poppy seeds.
- Add the lemon zest and mix well to distribute evenly.
- In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, lemon juice, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2–3 minutes.
- Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure fluffy pancakes.
- Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes before cooking for better rise.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- To reheat, use a toaster, oven, or microwave until warmed through.
- For extra lemony flavor, add more zest or a drop of lemon extract.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
