Blueberry Pancakes

Blueberry Pancakes made from scratch are the perfect morning breakfast. Switch up your usual breakfast routine of regular pancakes and make these creamy blueberry ones instead. A simple homemade pancake recipe plus blueberries is all you need for a special breakfast treat.

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A stack of blueberry pancakes topped with butter on a plate, with a wedge cut out. A fork and a blue-striped cloth are beside the plate.

Fluffy Blueberry Pancakes Recipe

We've all heard that when life gives you lemons, you should make lemonade. But what about when life gives you blueberries?

You can make blueberry lemonade, of course, but you should also make blueberry everything! At my house, we snack on these fresh little gems every day, and we make blueberry smoothies several times per week.

Blueberry pancakes are our weekend specialty. Our kids love to help us make these stacks of blue-and-purple flapjacks. They are filled with bright berry flavor and they bring so much joy to our Saturday mornings! Plus, making recipes like pancakes from scratch is almost always going to be more cost-effective than buying a pre-made mix!

If you like blueberries even half as much as we do (and we like them a lot), then you've got to try this easy breakfast recipe. Pancakes are an essential part of any breakfast spread, if you ask me.

Syrup being poured over a stack of sliced blueberry pancakes with butter on a plate next to blueberries.

Why you'll love this recipe

If you enjoy the taste of blueberries or are just looking for a fun addition to your Saturday morning breakfast routine, these Blueberry Pancakes are the answer you're looking for.

Unless I'm having a weekend away at a cabin or something, I'm making pancakes from scratch forever and ever, amen. Here's why:

From-scratch recipes taste so much better! You'll love this berry spin on homemade pancakes.
They are SO fluffy and airy every time. And the fresh berry juices make them even more incredible.
Once you've got the process down, you're set for life with easy pancakes that are to die for.

A stack of pancakes topped with butter on a white plate, accompanied by a fork, a bowl of blueberries, and a striped cloth.

Best Blueberries

Pancakes are great for many reasons, but one is because they are delicious in the classic way and with so many different flavors, like chocolate and sweet potato.

Blueberries are a natural pick for pancakes because they are juicy and lend their sweet berry flavor to tender, fluffy pancakes. You can use fresh or frozen blueberries in these pancakes. If you use frozen, do not thaw them first.

Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make this easy Blueberry Pancakes recipe:

All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Salt
Sugar
Cinnamon
Vanilla extract
Butter
Egg
Milk
Yogurt
Blueberries

And don't forget the toppings! I have used homemade whipped cream to put on top of these pancakes but you could also eat them plain or with your favorite pancake topping! Maple syrup and honey are classics. And don't forget to save a few fresh blueberries to go with them!

How to Make Blueberry Pancakes

Ready to make Blueberry Pancakes? Here's how to make this simple recipe:

A glass bowl containing flour, sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder on a light surface.

A glass bowl with a mixture of milk and beaten eggs, next to a small amount of brown liquid in a bowl and a whole egg on a light surface.

Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and white sugar until well combined. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add melted butter and milk.

A glass bowl filled with a yellow mixture, resembling beaten eggs, on a light gray surface.

A glass bowl with pancake batter being mixed using a metal whisk, showing flour partially combined with the wet ingredients.

Mix until smooth. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and then pour the wet ingredients in and stir until just combined. Do not overmix - it's okay if the batter is slightly lumpy.

Hand stirring blueberries into thick batter in a glass bowl with a wooden-handled whisk.

Uncooked blueberry pancakes on a black griddle.

Finally, stir in the blueberries. Lightly grease the skillet or griddle with butter or cooking spray. Then, pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.

Repeat with the remaining batter, adjusting the heat as needed to prevent burning. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings.

A plate of blueberry pancakes with a pat of butter on top, a fork, blueberries in a bowl, maple syrup in a pitcher, and a striped cloth nearby.

Tips for Success

Here are some tips and tricks for making this recipe:

It's okay if the pancake batter is lumpy. Do not overmix!
Wait to flip the pancakes until a few bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
If you use frozen blueberries, do not thaw them first. They will cook just fine in the pancakes.

Three blueberry pancakes with a pat of butter and syrup on a plate. A slice is cut out and placed next to the stack. Blueberries and a fork are beside them.

FAQ

Can you use frozen blueberries in pancakes?

Absolutely! Just throw them in frozen. Don't let them thaw.

Can you substitute baking soda for baking powder?

Technically, yes, if you use something acidic like buttermilk. This recipe doesn't have anything acidic, so it's better to stick to baking powder.

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