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Fluffy Star-Spangled Pancakes with Easy Berry Compote

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Light and fluffy pancakes paired with a fresh berry compote, perfect for a festive and delicious breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups buttermilk, cold (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice as substitute)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for the pan)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen; blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk cold buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; lumps are okay.
  4. Heat skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly butter the surface. Grease star-shaped molds if using.
  5. Pour about ¼ cup batter into each mold or directly onto the pan. Cook until bubbles form and edges set, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Flip pancakes carefully and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  7. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while finishing the batch.
  8. For the berry compote, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until berries soften, about 5 minutes.
  9. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1-2 more minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract if using.
  10. Serve pancakes stacked with warm berry compote spooned over the top.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter; lumps are fine to keep pancakes tender and fluffy. Use medium heat to avoid burning. Keep pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while cooking the rest. The berry compote flavors deepen if made a day ahead. For vegan or gluten-free adaptations, see variations.

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