Sourdough Lemon Blueberry Pancakes (Printable)

Tangy pancakes with lemon zest and juicy blueberries, made using sourdough discard for tender fluffiness.

# Ingredient List:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup sourdough discard, unfed, at room temperature
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus additional for cooking
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Dry Ingredients

08 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
09 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Add-ins

13 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, unthawed if frozen

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sourdough discard, milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until fully incorporated.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, stirring to distribute leavening agents evenly.
03 - Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula, stirring until just combined. Leave some small lumps in the batter; do not overmix.
04 - Carefully fold blueberries into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
05 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush the cooking surface with butter.
06 - Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Flip each pancake and cook the reverse side for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
08 - Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm. Repeat cooking process with remaining batter, adding butter to the skillet as needed between batches.
09 - Serve pancakes warm with desired toppings such as maple syrup, additional blueberries, or powdered sugar.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses sourdough discard, reducing waste while adding depth of flavor
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Bright lemon zest and fresh blueberries create a perfect flavor balance
  • Fluffy texture with a subtle tang that elevates ordinary pancakes
  • Freezer-friendly for quick weekday breakfasts
02 -
  • Use room temperature sourdough discard for easier mixing and better texture
  • Don't skip the lemon zest—it provides the brightest citrus flavor
  • Medium heat is key; too high and the pancakes will burn before cooking through
  • Wait for bubbles to form on the surface before flipping for perfectly cooked centers
  • Store leftover batter in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours
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