Sourdough Lemon Blueberry Pancakes (Printer View)

Fluffy pancakes infused with lemon zest and bursting with fresh blueberries, light and tangy for breakfast.

# Components:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup sourdough discard, unfed at room temperature
02 - 1 cup milk
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for cooking
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Dry Ingredients

08 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
09 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Add-ins

13 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

# Method steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sourdough discard, milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until thoroughly blended.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Leave some lumps; do not overmix.
04 - Fold blueberries into batter. If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw before folding.
05 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with butter.
06 - Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on surface and edges appear set.
07 - Flip pancakes and cook remaining side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
08 - Transfer cooked pancakes to plate and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter, adding butter to skillet as needed.
09 - Serve pancakes warm with maple syrup, fresh blueberries, or powdered sugar if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect way to use sourdough discard without waste
  • Fluffy texture with a delightful tangy flavor
  • Bright lemon and sweet blueberries create a perfect balance
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Easy enough for beginners, impressive enough for guests
  • Freezer-friendly for quick breakfasts all week
02 -
  • Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to ensure evenly sized pancakes
  • Wait for bubbles to form and pop before flipping for perfectly cooked centers
  • Medium heat is key—too hot and they'll burn before cooking through
  • Fresh lemon zest adds much more flavor than bottled lemon juice alone
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking for even fluffier results
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months
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