Thursday, February 19, 2009

Jane's Sourdough Pancakes

These pancakes are amazing: the texture is super light and the flavor is complex and tasty from the sourdough. I first had them at my Aunt Jane's house over Thanksgiving, and finally got around to making them myself. They may just be my favorite pancakes ever! In addition to the excellent flavor, the batter is very thin, resulting in thinner pancakes that are pretty much impossible to undercook in the middle. I'm constantly cursed by pancakes that are burning on the outside while the inside is still totally liquid...this recipe solves all of those problems!

I like these served simply, with a little softened butter and maybe some maple syrup, so that you can really taste the flavor of the pancakes rather than just using them as a vehicle for toppings. These are also pretty good frozen and reheated (in the toaster, until slightly crispy), which definitely isn't true of all pancake recipes. If you like these pancakes, don't forget to check out other awesome yeast-y goodies at YeastSpotting (round-up posted every Friday).


Jane's Sourdough Pancakes

2 cups flour
2 cups water
1/2 cup sourdough starter
Let sit overnight.

Remove 1/2 cup starter and either save it for another use or discard it.

2 T sugar
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
3 T oil
2 eggs
1/2 tsp baking soda dissolved in 1 T water

Add all the ingredients except the baking soda to the starter, and mix well. Gently fold in the dissolved baking soda. Bake on a hot griddle or skillet and serve with soft butter and maple syrup.

11 comments:

  1. I love sourdough bread so I am sure I will adore these pancakes!

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  2. I owe my hubby a breakfast in bed - these pancakes might be just what I was looking for! Thanks!

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  3. My brother just last week, told me he'll be making a few sourdough bread recipes soon. I'll be stealing some of his starter to make me these pancakes! I can't wait.

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  4. I do think sourdough makes the lightest pancakes. Nice!

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  5. Isn't Sourdough amazing it adds so much flavor. I love your pancakes and I would just add a little maple syrup and chow down lol.

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  6. Sara, those look yummy!!! I have been meaning to try sourdough pancakes or waffles...I think I just found Sunday's breakfast.

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  7. Oh, forgot to ask--do you use a liquid starter?

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  8. @ Anna:
    My starter is pretty liquid but I don't usually keep it at quite 100% hydration...I would guesstimate it's at something like 75% hydration though I am rarely very exact about that. I would say you can use whatever you have, and then if your pancake batter seems a bit too thick or thin, add some milk or flour.

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  9. So good to find your blog! I'm getting to this discussion late, but I'm going to start these tonight for breakfast tomorrow!

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  10. These pancakes are looking awesome. I love pancake. Recipe is very easy, let me try.

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  11. I made these twice and they are simply awesome!
    They're pretty economical as you don't have to use milk in it. I was afraid they wouldn't be as good as buttermilk but they were!

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