This recipe serves 4.
Blueberry Pancakes with Blueberry Compote
Ingredients:
**For the Pancakes:**
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
**For the Blueberry Compote:**
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions:
1. **Make the Blueberry Compote:**
- In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries release their juices and the mixture begins to simmer, about 5-7 minutes.
- If you prefer a thicker compote, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
2. **Prepare the Pancake Batter:**
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
3. **Cook the Pancakes:**
- Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the griddle as needed.
4. **Serve:**
- Stack the pancakes on plates and spoon the warm blueberry compote over the top.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh blueberries and a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.
Enjoy your blueberry pancakes with blueberry compote for a delightful breakfast treat!
Delicious!!