Little Lemon Pancakes
Brighten up your breakfast table with these irresistible Little Lemon Pancakes — a delightful twist on a classic favorite! These fluffy, bite-sized pancakes are infused with the zesty freshness of lemon zest and juice, perfectly balanced with rich buttermilk for a tangy-sweet flavor. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in just 25 minutes, they’re ideal for weekend brunches or weekday treats. Their petite size makes them perfect for stacking, and they pair beautifully with powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a drizzle of maple syrup. Whether you're looking for a unique citrusy touch or just love pancakes that melt in your mouth, these lemon pancakes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk
- 1 count Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, large egg, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, gently stirring with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; small lumps are okay.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
Using a tablespoon or small measuring cup, pour small rounds of batter onto the skillet, about 2 inches in diameter, leaving space between each pancake.
Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as powdered sugar, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
901 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1551 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.3 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 415 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
