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Fluffy Star-Shaped Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe with Easy Berry Compote

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A delightful recipe for fluffy star-shaped buttermilk pancakes served with a quick, naturally sweet berry compote. Perfect for special breakfasts or late-night cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) buttermilk (full-fat preferred)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for the pan)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 2 cups (300g) mixed berries, frozen or fresh (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust sweetness to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients (5 minutes): In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients (3 minutes): In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then whisk in buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract if using.
  3. Make the Batter (2 minutes): Pour wet ingredients into dry and gently fold until just combined. Let batter rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Prepare the Berry Compote (10 minutes): In a small saucepan, combine berries, water, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until berries break down, about 5-7 minutes. Add honey or maple syrup to sweeten. For thicker compote, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook another minute. Remove from heat.
  5. Heat the Pan (3 minutes): Preheat non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Lightly brush with melted butter.
  6. Cook Pancakes (15-20 minutes): Place star-shaped cookie cutter on pan and ladle about ¼ cup (60ml) batter inside. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges set. Remove cutter carefully, flip pancake, and cook 1-2 minutes until golden. Repeat with remaining batter.
  7. Serve Warm: Stack pancakes and spoon warm berry compote over the top. Add butter or maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Lightly grease the cookie cutter before each pancake to prevent sticking. Use medium heat to avoid burning. Resting the batter for 5 minutes improves fluffiness. Adjust compote thickness with cornstarch slurry if desired. If no star cutter, use any shape or make round pancakes.

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Keywords: buttermilk pancakes, star-shaped pancakes, berry compote, easy breakfast, fluffy pancakes, homemade syrup, brunch recipe

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