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    Home » Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

    Blueberry Cardamom Pancakes

    Published: Sep 12, 2018 by Allison Ferraro · Modified: Jul 24, 2020 · Leave a Comment

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    Blueberry cardamom pancakes pair the last of summer's fresh blueberries with the delicious flavor of cardamom for a breakfast treat that's perfect for the transition from summer to fall!

    Stack of pancakes on a plate with a fork. this Recipe

    Every year at this time, in the weeks after Labor Day but before the leaves really begin to change colors, I find myself torn between not wanting to say goodbye to the lazy days of summer and excitedly awaiting the arrival of cozy fall days. It's the perfect in between time, when the weather is still warm but you feel the urge to dig your favorite fall booties out from the back of your closet and head to the apple orchard.

    That's exactly how I feel about these blueberry cardamom pancakes. They're the perfect bridge between summer and fall.

    On one hand, you have the last of summer's fresh blueberries, still bursting with flavor. On the other hand, you have the spicy taste of ground cardamom, reminding you of all the best scents of fall. Together, they create a sweet and spicy blend of seasonal flavors that will make your mouth water. Added to fluffy buttermilk pancakes drizzled with maple syrup, it's a flavor combination you won't soon forget!

    Slices of blueberry pancake stacked on a fork.

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    Stack of pancakes on a plate with a fork.

    Blueberry Cardamom Pancakes

    Blueberry cardamom pancakes pair the last of summer's fresh blueberries with the delicious flavor of cardamom for a mouthwatering homemade breakfast!
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Rest Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Yield: 8 pancakes
    Calories: 931kcal
    Author: Allison Ferraro

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 3 teaspoons ground cardamom
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing skillet and serving)
    • 1 ¾ cups full-fat buttermilk
    • 1 large egg
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1 pint fresh blueberries
    • maple syrup, for serving
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    Instructions

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cardamom, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, combine the butter, buttermilk, egg, vanilla, and sugar. Stir until well blended.
    • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently with a wooden spoon, being careful not to over mix the batter. It should still be a bit lumpy. Let the batter sit for 10 minutes.
    • Lightly grease a griddle or skillet with butter and heat to medium heat. Scoop ⅓ cup of batter onto the griddle or skillet for each pancake. Let the pancakes cook for about 2 minutes, until they puffs up slightly and bubbles begin to appear on the surface of the batter. Then top each pancake with a handful of blueberries. Cook for another minute or two, just until the bubbles begin to pop. Then flip each pancake using a spatula and allow to cook for another minute, or until both sides are golden brown.
    • Serve the pancakes with additional butter, if desired, and maple syrup.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 931kcal | Carbohydrates: 138g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 1539mg | Potassium: 644mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 53g | Vitamin A: 1293IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 536mg | Iron: 6mg

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