Fluffy St. Patrick’s Day Green Buttermilk Pancakes
These vibrant Green Buttermilk Pancakes are the perfect way to kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. They are incredibly fluffy, thanks to the buttermilk and double-leavening agents, and offer a festive pop of color that kids and adults alike will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
All-purpose flour – 2 cups
Granulated sugar – 1 Tablespoon
Baking powder – 1 ½ Tablespoons
Baking soda – ½ teaspoon
Salt – ½ teaspoon
Large egg – 1 (beaten)
Canola or vegetable oil – 3 Tablespoons
Buttermilk – 1 ¾ cups
Green food coloring – 1 Tablespoon (adjust for shade)
Instructions
Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Create a deep well in the center.
In a medium bowl, beat the egg, then stir in the oil, buttermilk, and green food coloring until fully combined.
Pour the green wet mixture into the well of the dry ingredients.
Stir the mixture gently until just combined. Ensure the batter remains slightly lumpy for the fluffiest texture.
Preheat a griddle or frying pan to 250°F (120°C) and lightly grease with oil.
Drop 1/4 cup portions of batter onto the griddle.
Cook until the edges look dry and bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until done.
Serve warm with butter, syrup, or festive toppings.
Notes
• Creating a “well” in the dry ingredients helps prevent overmixing, which keeps pancakes tender.
• For a natural buttermilk substitute, mix 1.5 cups milk with 1.5 tbsp vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes.
• Keep the griddle temperature low (around 250°F) to prevent the pancakes from browning too much, which can hide the green color.
• Top with Lucky Charms marshmallows or whipped cream for a festive St. Patrick’s Day look.