Blueberry Pancakes Recipe

It seems that pancakes are always a hit when it comes to recipes. Our family loves these for breakfast, brunch and even dinner. This blueberry pancakes recipe only requires a few pantry ingredients and they turn out so light and fluffy. These pancakes are perfect to serve for a Thanksgiving Breakfast.

The blueberries really give the recipe the perfect amount of flavor. You may love these Homemade Blueberry Muffins or check out more 38 Easy Sweet Breakfast Recipes.

Why This Recipe Works

The store bought pancake mixes add up. They are not cheap and don’t last very long. This homemade pancake recipe is so simple and will you save a bunch of money.

I love blueberries and adding them to pancake batter gives it so much flavor. Topping the pancake the melted butter and syrup makes them even better.

Ingredients

• All-Purpose Flour – Feel free to use a flour substitute that meets your diet restrictions.
• Granulated Sugar – Add the perfect amount of sweetness to the pancake
• Baking Powder, Salt and Egg – This helps the pancake rise
• Milk – Feel free to use whole milk, almond milk, or oat milk
• Vegetable or Canola oil – Any oil will work in this recipe
• Blueberries – Feel free to use fresh or frozen blueberries

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Additions and Variations Ideas

These pancakes can be made with a variety of additions and variations. Here are some great ideas.

• Lemon Juice or Lemon Zest
• Chocolate Chips
• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Teaspoon Vanilla Extract or Almond Extract

How to Make Blueberry Pancakes

Step 1 – In a large measuring cup or mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.

Step 2 – Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients including the egg, milk and oil. Mix the batter well in a large bowl.

Step 3 – Mix the blueberries into the pancake batter.

Step 4 – Add non-stick cooking spray to griddle and heat to medium heat (350 degrees F). Scoop about ½ cup of batter onto hot griddle. Cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook on other side until brown. So easy!

Expert Tips

• Skillet – You can use either a griddle, nonstick pan or a large cast iron skillet for this easy pancake recipe. Another little tip that makes pancake making a breeze is to use a cast iron griddle.
• Cookie Scoop – In addition, I use a large baking scoop to pour my pancake batter. This helps to make all this blueberry pancake recipe uniform and all of them the same size.
• Work in Batches – When we make this pancake recipe, we have to work in batches. I prepare the pancakes and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet then place in the preheated oven to keep warm.

What to Serve with Blueberry Pancakes?

Serve immediately with melted butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar or blueberry sauce. We like to eat these hot and as soon as they come off the griddle.

This easy homemade pancake syrup is so simple to make and delicious with blueberry pancakes. Learn how to make whipped cream in minutes and top your pancakes with it.

I also like to serve the fluffy blueberry pancakes with scrambled eggs or sausage or Air Fryer Bacon. It is a great way to get in some protein and the combination of salty and sweet is delicious.