Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Pancakes (Printable)

Tangy pancakes infused with lemon zest and blueberries, enriched by sourdough starter for extra depth and fluffiness.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup sourdough starter, unfed or active
02 - 3/4 cup whole milk
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Dry Ingredients

08 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
11 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Add-ins

13 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sourdough starter, milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
03 - Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
04 - Carefully fold blueberries into the batter.
05 - Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
06 - Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Flip pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
08 - Serve warm with maple syrup, additional blueberries, and lemon zest garnish if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect use for sourdough discard, reducing waste while adding amazing flavor
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • The lemon zest and juice provide bright, refreshing citrus notes that complement the tangy sourdough
  • Juicy blueberries add natural sweetness and antioxidants
  • Easy enough for weekday mornings yet impressive enough for weekend brunch entertaining
  • Customizable with simple substitutions for dietary needs
02 -
  • Keep finished pancakes warm in a 200°F oven on a baking sheet while you cook the remaining batches
  • The batter will thicken as it sits due to the sourdough—thin with a splash of milk if needed
  • Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup as a scoop for perfectly uniform pancakes
  • Wait for bubbles to form on the surface before flipping—this ensures the pancakes are cooked through
  • Wipe the skillet clean between batches and re-grease lightly to prevent sticking
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months
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