This pancake recipe without buttermilk makes breakfast super fun! Add sprinkles and other types of berries to add color, flavor and smiles to your breakfast table.
Original Post: August 2017 | Updated: March 2021
I have been making this fun pancake recipe for my boys since they were teeny tiny. We have always called them strawbluenkleberry pancakes for fun because strawberries, blueberries and sprinkles are staples in our ‘cakes.
I have fond memories of my boys trying to piece that word together. This is my go-to recipe for a lazy Saturday morning. Now at ages 10 and 14 I still get requests for these sprinkle-laden, perfect pancakes.
If you are hoping to change things up, consider serving your family a colorful, tasty treat to start the day! This is the best pancake recipe, it is made using super simple ingredients and it turns out perfectly every single time. Better than using a box mix, but not requiring much more effort!
HOW TO MAKE THIS PANCAKE RECIPE WITHOUT BUTTERMILK
STEP 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: all purpose flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: milk, egg, melted butter and vanilla extract. Using a mixer or spoon, mix until smooth.
Gradually add the flour mixture, stirring until batter is free of lumps.
STEP 2
Place a non stick skillet over medium heat and spray generously with cooking spray.
Add the pancake batter to the hot skillet (1/4 cup of batter at a time).
Optional: Add a few blueberries and sprinkles to each pancake before flipping (other berries, too, if using!).
Each cake takes about 3 minutes to cook per side or until pancakes rise and become golden brown.
Repeat until the batter is gone, spraying the skillet with cooking spray before each new batch.
Spread butter over warm pancakes and pour maple syrup and extra berries over the tops.
Recipe Notes
- Use any combination of berries to put in these pancakes, but put only a small handful in each pancake.
- Frozen blueberries can be used instead of fresh blueberries.
- When serving these all at once, keep them on a plate and cover with foil or a few paper towels to keep them warm.
- Types of milk to use in this recipe: coconut milk, almond milk, skim, 1%, 2% or whole milk.
- To increase the fluffiness, consider separating the egg yolk from the egg white. Whipping egg whites before adding them to the remaining wet ingredients will result in an extra fluffy pancake.
- Use a large skillet or an electric griddle for this recipe.
- The vanilla extract does a great job of adding flavor, but try adding a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice for an added burst!
What Does Buttermilk Do In Pancakes
The purpose of buttermilk in pancake recipes is to produce fluffy pancakes. Buttermilk interacts with baking soda to produce extra fluff. It can also add a delicious tangy twist of flavor to the ‘cakes and cause them to be smoother and more moist.
Do You Need Buttermilk For Pancakes
No, you do not! Although buttermilk produces the fluffiest pancakes and adds an extra delicious bite of flavor, regular milk is a fine replacement.
Can I Replace Milk With Buttermilk
For a fluffier pancake, replace the milk with an equal amount of buttermilk. If you don’t have it on hand, no worries! You can make your own buttermilk quickly and easily in your own kitchen in just a few minutes and you likely have both ingredients on hand. Find the full recipe here.
What To Do With Leftover Pancakes
Reheat leftovers the next day in the microwave for 30 seconds! You could also use the cakes as “bread” for a breakfast sandwich. Fill it with sausage, bacon, eggs and/or cheese! Another option is enjoying leftovers as a snack, spread with peanut butter or honey.
Toppings For Pancakes
There are a hundred different ways to enjoy these cakes, but I’ll tell you a few of our favorites.
- A simple pat of butter and drizzle maple syrup over the top is simple and delicious.
- Spread a bit of Nutella over the top.
- Enjoy with butter and fresh berries.
- Pour blueberry sauce over the top.
- A smear of mixed berry jam would be delicious, too!
- Our boys always love a generous drizzle of chocolate syrup and whipped cream over the top.
- Powdered sugar.
- Chocolate chips.
- Sprinkles.
Substitute For Maple Syrup – 13 ideas!
Whether you can’t have maple syrup or just don’t have it on hand, you may find that you need a replacement. If you need a substitute for maple syrup, read on for some excellent alternatives!
Maple Syrup vs Agave
Maple syrup vs agave! Let’s compare these popular sweeteners so you know exactly what you are drizzling into your food. Which is the best choice for your next recipe?
FAQ About Pancakes
Pancakes are typically high in carbs and sugar, which does not classify them as a healthy breakfast food. However, there are ways to increase healthy points! Omit the sugar used in the recipe or replace it with a natural sweetener such as honey. Replace the flour with almond flour for a higher protein option. Also, be careful with toppings since this is where the calories and fat can often creep in. Use peanut butter or honey instead of butter and syrup!
Pancakes can indeed be frozen! First, make sure they have cooled to room temperature. Place pieces of parchment of wax paper between each cake to ensure they do not stick together. Place in a resealable freezer bag and freeze for up to 30 months.
Eggs are not a necessary ingredient in pancakes, but the end result will not be as fluffy without them. Replace each with egg with either 1/4 cup of applesauce or a half of a mashed banana.
More Delicious Pancakes
- Swedish Pancakes are a breakfast staple. My husband’s grandmother often made this recipe and created tons of lasting memories by doing so. They are super easy to make (only a few ingredients needed!) and you can go simple or crazy with toppings!
- You will enjoy every morsel of these Blueberry Chocolate Chip Buttermilk Pancakes. This pancake breakfast is perfect, perfect for feeding hungry tummies.
- Breakfast couldn’t possibly be more fun! These Funfetti Strawberry Pancakes will instantly put smiles on those kid faces!
Other Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
- Check out this roundup of 15 perfect side dishes to serve with quiche!
- Check out this delicious roundup of breakfast ideas to serve on the 4th of July!
- Homemade Bagels – Make homemade bagels using only 5 ingredients and in 20 minutes from start to finish! NO YEAST or rising or waiting required. These easy bagels are soft, flavorful and taste great with savory or sweet toppings. I love sprinkling Everything But the Bagel Seasoning over the tops!
- It is super easy to make perfect cinnamon rolls without using yeast! No waiting, no rising no dough punching required for this sweet breakfast treat. Done in less than an hour from start to finish!
- Breakfast Pizza – Like brunch itself, this recipe is a combo of two types of meals, making it the perfect brunch fare. Pizza combined with eggs, spinach, bacon and goat cheese? Yes, please!
- Skip the drive through and make your very own Skinny Latte!
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Pancake Recipe Without Buttermilk
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strawberries hulled and chopped
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- Sprinkles
- Butter and syrup for topping
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
- In a large bowl, combine milk, egg, butter and vanilla extract. Using a mixer or spoon, mix until creamy. Gradually add the flour mixture, stirring until batter is free of lumps.
- Place a skillet over medium heat and spray generously with cooking spray.Add the batter to the hot skillet in 1/4-cup increments. Add a few blueberries and sprinkles to each pancake before flipping (other berries, too, if using!), about 3 minutes on each side.
- Repeat until the batter is gone, spraying the skillet with cooking spray before each new batch. Spread butter over warm pancakes and pour syrup and extra berries over the tops.
Notes
- Use any combination of berries to put in these pancakes, but put only a small handful in each pancake.
- Frozen blueberries can be used instead of fresh blueberries.
- When serving these all at once, keep them on a plate and cover with foil or a few paper towels to keep them warm.
- Types of milk to use in this recipe: coconut milk, almond milk, skim, 1%, 2% or whole milk.
- To increase the fluffiness, consider separating the egg yolk from the egg white. Whipping egg whites before adding them to the remaining wet ingredients will result in an extra fluffy pancake.
- Use a large skillet or an electric griddle for this recipe.
- The vanilla extract does a great job of adding flavor, but try adding a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice for an added burst!
BOMBOCLAATTTTT, BEST PANCAKES
never heard of that way to express it, but I like it! Thanks for sharing!
I tried this recipe but I, unfortunately, put way too much baking powder!!! I will have to try again.
oh no! I’ve done that before, you’re not alone. But you’ll love it when you do make it again (without the extra powder!)
OMG! I’m smiling just looking at these- I can’t imagine my family’s faces when they see these on their plate on a Sunday morning. Love!
Hi Karly! My boys smile every time I make these. Enjoy!
Megan
how fun are these! they are super cute – bright and sounds and look delish. EVERYTHING is better with sprinkles!
Hi Marti! I agree! Sprinkles make everything better. 🙂
Megan