Lemon and Vinegar-Infused Sour Dough Pancakes

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Fluffy pancakes with a subtle tang from natural sourdough and a splash of apple cider vinegar, brightened by fresh lemon juice. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers active sourdough starter, all-purpose flour, milk 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 220 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 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup active sourdough starter, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup milk, 1 large egg, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 tbsp granulated sugar until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt to the batter and stir gently just until combined; the batter will bubble and thicken slightly.
  3. Step 3: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and brush with 1 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
  4. Step 4: Cook pancakes for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Repeat with remaining batter, brushing skillet with more melted butter as needed. Serve warm with maple syrup or fresh fruits.

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