Blue Symbol-Inspired Blueberry and Lemon Pancakes

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Fluffy pancakes bursting with fresh blueberries and bright lemon zest, echoing the unusual blue markings found on rare bills. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly combined.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 1 large egg with 1 cup milk, 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep pancakes fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Carefully fold 3/4 cup fresh blueberries into the batter.
  5. Step 5: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and brush with a small amount of butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet.
  6. Step 6: Cook each pancake for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Step 7: Serve warm with maple syrup or lemon-infused butter for a bright finish.

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