Imagine waking up to a plate of cloud-like pancakes bursting with juicy blueberries and crowned with a decadent maple cream cheese frosting that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These aren't just ordinary pancakes - they're a gourmet breakfast adventure that transforms your morning from mundane to magical. Prepare to elevate your breakfast game with this irresistible American classic that promises to become your new weekend obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients and remove any lumps.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk buttermilk and egg until well combined and slightly frothy. This helps create a smooth batter and incorporate air for fluffier pancakes.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough pancakes. Some small lumps are acceptable.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the liquid and the leavening agents to activate.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Using a 1/4 cup measure, pour batter onto the hot skillet. Immediately sprinkle fresh blueberries onto the wet surface of each pancake.
- Cook pancakes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look dry, approximately 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- For the maple frosting, beat cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth. Gradually mix in maple syrup until well incorporated and creamy.
- Once pancakes are cooked, stack 2-3 pancakes per serving and generously drizzle or spread the maple cream cheese frosting on top.
- Garnish with additional fresh blueberries and a light dusting of powdered sugar if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your skillet is at medium heat for perfectly golden pancakes. Too hot, and they'll burn; too cool, and they'll be pale and undercooked.
- Batter Rest is Best: Let your batter sit for 5 minutes before cooking. This allows flour to hydrate and creates fluffier pancakes.
- Blueberry Placement: Sprinkle blueberries directly onto the wet batter after pouring to ensure even distribution and prevent sinking.
- Don't Overmix: Lumpy batter is your friend! Overmixing leads to tough, dense pancakes.
- Frosting Hack: For a smoother maple cream cheese frosting, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- Serve Immediately: Pancakes are best enjoyed fresh off the griddle to maintain their perfect texture and warmth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg
