Sour Milk Griddlecakes

Transform your breakfast routine with these irresistibly fluffy Sour Milk Griddlecakes, a classic dish balancing nostalgic charm with a tangy twist. Made with everyday pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a hint of vanilla, these golden-brown pancakes owe their tender texture to sour milk—easily created by combining milk with a dash of lemon juice or vinegar. The simple, foolproof batter comes together in just minutes, making these griddlecakes a perfect choice for busy mornings. Each bite is light, airy, and slightly tangy, pairing beautifully with your favorite toppings like fresh berries, maple syrup, or a pat of melting butter. Whether you're cooking for a weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast, this easy homemade recipe guarantees a stack of warm, comforting perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.25 cups sour milk (see note below)
• 1 unit large egg
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or additional butter (for greasing the griddle)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate medium bowl, combine the sour milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.

Step 3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a whisk or wooden spoon until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy — do not overmix.

Step 4

Preheat a griddle or large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease it with vegetable oil or butter.

Step 5

Once the griddle is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each griddlecake onto the surface. Spread the batter slightly if needed to form even circles.

Step 6

Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until small bubbles form on the surface of the griddlecakes and the edges look set. Flip them carefully with a spatula.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the griddle as needed between batches.

Step 9

Serve the griddlecakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, butter, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(628.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1458.0

Total Fat 65.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 317.8mg	0%
Sodium 2710.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 34.8g	0%

Vitamin D 166.0IU	0%
Calcium 407.2mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 682.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 49.9%