Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
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Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
These Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes are stackable happiness! Fluffy, golden, and loaded with juicy bursts of blueberry—plus a sweet kiss of honey. Weekend breakfast just got way more fun. Gluten-free, Vegan + Freezer-friendly option.
These pancakes are literally what dreams are made of. It all started with a craving for something cozy, fluffy, and just sweet enough to make the morning feel special—and boom, these Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes were born. They're soft as clouds, bursting with warm blueberries, and drizzled with golden honey for that perfect touch of magic.
If you’re a blueberry lover, you’ll definitely want to check out my Lemon Blueberry Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Blueberry Açaí Mini Muffins, and Simple Blueberry Compote next. And for next-level pancake magic, don’t miss my mini guide on Tips for Making the Perfect Pancakes!
Jump to:
- Why You Will LOVE These Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
- Honey Blueberry Pancakes Ingredients
- Tips for Making the PERFECT Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes Every Time
- Tip For Warm Pancakes!!!
- Topping Ideas For Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
- How To Serve Honey Blueberry Pancakes
- How to Know If Your Baking Powder + Baking Soda Are Fresh
- How to Store + Freeze Leftover Pancakes
- Honey Blueberry Pancakes Recipe Q + A's
- More Delicious Breakfast Recipes
- MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
- Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
Why You Will LOVE These Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
- They're like biting into a blueberry-studded cloud
- Golden edges + gooey blueberry centers = pancake perfection
- Keeps you full + energized
- Perfect for breakfast or brunch
- So easy to whip together.
- Only requires ONE bowl! No mixer required!
Honey Blueberry Pancakes Ingredients
It's as simple as mixing all your ingredients together, being careful not to overmix, as this can result in pancakes that are less fluffy and more dense. Then, cook them to perfection! Check out my tips below.
PANCAKES:
- Flour. I use organic all-purpose flour from Bob's Red Mill. It's certified vegan.
- Baking powder + soda. To help your pancakes become light and fluffy.
- Ground cinnamon. For a warming flavor.
- Sea salt. A pinch of salt rounds out the flavors.
- Eggs. This helps bind everything together.
- Raw honey. Nate's Organic is a great option for honey!
- Butter. Melted. I use unsalted to have more control of the flavor.
- Almond milk. Unsweetened (You can use whole milk or your fave plant-based milk!)
- Vanilla extract. Use pure vanilla extract for the best vanilla flavor.
- Apple cider vinegar. This helps the pancakes get extra fluffy.
- Fresh blueberries. You can also use frozen blueberries; see notes!
- Unsalted butter. For cooking.
TOPPING/GARNISH:
- Sliced butter.
- Pure maple syrup. For drizzling.
- Fresh blueberries
SHOP MY FAVORITE TOOLS FOR BAKING, ESPECIALLY FOR THESE PANCAKES!
Here, I’ve curated a list of baking + cooking essentials that I use to achieve my favorite dishes, especially with this Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes recipe. Everything from my fave loaf pan, wooden spoons, parchment paper, and more. SEE THEM HERE!
Tips for Making the PERFECT Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes Every Time
Ensuring that you make the perfect pancakes each time can sometimes feel like a science, but it’s fairly easy with these simple tips + hacks:
TIP #1: LOW + SLOW IS BEST
When it comes to cooking your pancakes, keeping the heat on low is the key. This ensures that your pancakes are fully cooked through without making the outsides dark before their time.
TIP #2: DOUBLE-CHECK THAT LEAVENERS AREN’T EXPIRED
Ensuring that the leaveners that are used (baking powder, baking soda, etc) aren’t expired and are completely fresh. This ensures that your pancakes rise at their best and are super fluffy as intended.
TIP #3: ABSOLUTELY NO OVER-MIXING!!
Once all ingredients are combined after stirring with a spatula (or whisk), stop mixing. Remember, you want airy, fluffy pancakes—not chewy pancakes due to the gluten formulating from over-mixing.
TIP #4: LET THE BATTER SIT TO REST
Yes, this is an important step also. I suggest letting the batter sit for 10 minutes or so to allow the ingredients to “activate” which helps to create a fluffy pancake in the end!
TIP #5: EVENNESS IS KEY
While we often try to measure with our eye for the most even pancakes, sometimes we can just miss the mark. That’s why I love using a measuring cup (about ½ cup) to measure out the batter evenly and create a nice sequence for my stack.
TIP #6: YES, THE CORRECT PAN MATTERS
I find that using a flat cast-iron griddle works the best when making pancakes. However, I’ve also found great results with larger cast-iron skillets (10-12 inches), which give more room for flipping despite their sloped sides.
TIP #7: FLIP WHEN IT’S TIME, OK?!
Yes, you read that right. We can sometimes flip beforehand which creates that mess and ruined flip that we desperately try to avoid once mid-air. That’s why you should wait until the edges are formed AND bubbles have formed and begin “popping” + opening up into holes, which means you’re in the safe zone.
TIP #8: FLIP ONLY ONCE!
I’ve definitely been tempted to flip and then flip again, but once is best. This ensures that you don’t ruin the edges or the entire pancake on your final flip. Besides, cooking them low + slow ensures that the centers are well done.
TIP #9: BUTTER IN BETWEEN.
I used to only butter the pan during the initial first pancake, however, I’ve learned that lightly greasing or buttering in between every pancake helps to keep them consistently golden and perfectly done.
Tip For Warm Pancakes!!!
Since you have to cook the Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes in batches, I like to keep the completed pancakes in the oven. This keeps them warm before serving. I hate having pancakes of varying temperatures, but unfortunately, that is how it works sometimes! By using the oven trick, your pancakes will all be done at the same time.
Topping Ideas For Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
You can add so many tasty toppings to this Blueberry Pancakes recipe. Here are some ideas:
- Fresh blueberries (or other berries) (A no brainer)
- Whipped cream
- Lemon slices
- Warm maple syrup
- Freshly sliced bananas
- Cinnamon sprinkle
- Almond or cashew butter
- Granola
How To Serve Honey Blueberry Pancakes
The best way to enjoy Honey Blueberry Pancakes in my opinion is while they're fresh + warm! They're even tastier alongside a Iced Vanilla Latte or Chocolate Espresso Martini. Top them with a scoop of your favorite ice cream, like Caramel or Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream, for an extra dose of sweetness!
How to Know If Your Baking Powder + Baking Soda Are Fresh
Baking is such a science, but more importantly, certain ingredients like your leaveners (aka baking powder + baking soda) are completely fresh so that your pancakes (and other baked goods) fully rises and bakes through nicely.
In case you weren't aware, it's easy to double-check both the baking powder and baking soda. Here's what you need:
BAKING SODA HACK:
-Add 1 teaspoon baking soda with ¼ cup vinegar or lemon juice in a bowl and if it's fresh, the mixture should "bubble/fizz". If no bubble/fizz is present, then your baking soda needs to be replaced.
BAKING POWDER:
-Add 1 teaspoon baking powder with ¼ cup Hot tap water in a bowl and if it's fresh, the mixture should "bubble/fizz". If no bubble/fizz is present, then your baking powder needs to be replaced.
How to Store + Freeze Leftover Pancakes
If you’re thinking about storing your leftover pancakes for a longer period of time OR you’d rather meal prep them for less hassle, it’s so easy to freeze them. When you freeze them, they generally last for up to 6 months when stored properly. If you
Personally, I love doing method #2, however, you can always pick and choose which works best for you:
Method #1: Place your cooled pancakes in an even layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for about 1 hour or so. Once solid, add them to an airtight sealed container or ziplock bags and store in the freezer.
Method #2: Once your pancakes are cooled, stack them together with parchment paper in between each pancake and place them into an airtight sealed container or ziplock and store in the freezer.
When you’re ready to reheat and serve, simply do so in a microwave, toaster, oven, or over the stovetop in a skillet until warmed through.
Honey Blueberry Pancakes Recipe Q + A's
To make these pancakes vegan, simply omit the egg and substitute with 1 'flax egg' (1 Tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2 Tbsps water) and substitute butter with vegan butter and honey with maple syrup or organic cane sugar.
Absolutely! If you choose to opt out of maple syrup, you can always substitute with date syrup, coconut sugar, brown sugar, or organic cane sugar.
Absolutely! If you'd like to make this recipe gluten-free, simply swap the flour with your favorite gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. I like Bob's Red Mill. If the batter is too runny, add more flour, ¼ cup at a time, until you have a thick and fluffy batter.
You may need to make slightly smaller pancakes so they hold their shape better.
Absolutely! If you’d like to switch things up with the type of plant-based milk that you use—–that’s totally fine! The world of plant-based milk is constantly expanding. From the classics like coconut milk, cashew milk, soy milk and almond milk, we now have delicious options like oat milk, and even potato and quinoa milk.
If using frozen blueberries, be sure to lightly toss them in 1Tbsp of flour or arrowroot starch before adding them to batter. This reduces any excess water from the blueberries and allows cake to bake thoroughly.
More Delicious Breakfast Recipes
Now that you've fallen in love with this Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes recipe, put more ingredients to good use with these other delicious family-friendly breakfast + brunch recipes:
- Baked Crunch Cinnamon French Toast
- Creamy Southern Sweet Potato Grits with Chickpeas
- Balsamic Strawberry Brioche French Toast
- Lemon Blueberry Doughnuts + Sprinkles
- Protein Peanut Butter Banana Chia Oatmeal
- Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal + Roasted Oranges
- Apple Cinnamon Olive Oil Cake
- Fluffy Banana Oat Pancakes
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Extra Fluffy Honey Blueberry Pancakes
Ingredients
PANCAKES:
- 1 ½ cups organic all-purpose flour
- 2 tsps baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
- 1 large organic egg
- 2 Tbsps organic raw honey
- 2 Tbsps unsalted butter, melted (See Notes for options)
- 1 cup Almond milk, unsweetened (You can use whole milk or your fave plant-based milk!)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (See Notes for using frozen blueberries)
- unsalted butter, for cooking
TOPPING/GARNISH:
- Sliced butter
- Pure maple syrup
- Fresh blueberries
Instructions
TO MAKE THE BATTER:
- In a large bowl, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together and whisk until combined.
- Make a small well in the middle of the dry ingredients and add in the milk, egg, honey, melted butter, vanilla, and apple cider vinegar, stirring gently (using a spatula) until just combined. DO NOT OVERMIX! NOTE: If the batter is way too thick and hard to stir, add additional milk, 1 tablespoon at a time until more smooth, yet still thick enough. However, the batter should be thick but easily stirrable.
- Fold in the blueberries.
COOK THE PANCAKES:
- Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to a heated skillet over medium-high heat and wait until fully melted. Pour ½ cup of pancake batter unto the surface of the skillet and cook for about 1-2 minutes (until batter begins to bubble) and gently flip pancake to it’s opposite side, cooking another 1-2 minutes. NOTE: Be sure to gently press down on pancake to ensure that center cooks through.
- Once cooked and lightly brown on both sides, remove pancake from heat and repeat steps until all batter is used.
- To serve, stack pancakes onto one another and top with a thin slice of butter, fresh blueberries, and lightly drizzle with maple syrup, if desired.
- Bon Appetit!
Tips & Tricks
- FREEZE OPTION: If you’d like to make these banana bread pancakes ahead of time, you can freeze them for up to six months. Simply cool the pancakes to room temperature, then arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze for an hour, then place in a zip-top bag and keep in the freezer. You’ll have a healthy breakfast to grab anytime.
- GLUTEN-FREE VERSION: To make these pancakes GF, I recommend using a GF Flour Blend (Bob’s Red Mills has a great version!). You can see my Gluten-Free Blueberry Chia Pancakes recipe!
- VEGAN OPTION: To make these pancakes vegan, simply omit the egg and substitute with 1 'flax egg' (1 Tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2 Tbsps water) and substitute butter with vegan butter and honey with maple syrup or organic cane sugar.
- SWEETENER: If you choose to opt out of honey, you can always substitute with maple syrup, date syrup, coconut sugar, brown sugar, or organic cane sugar.
- OIL: Instead of melted butter, you can always use coconut oil or vegetable oil, if preferred.
- BLUEBERRIES: If using frozen blueberries, be sure to lightly toss them in 1Tbsp of flour or arrowroot starch before adding them to batter. This reduces any excess water from the blueberries and allows cake to bake thoroughly.
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