Morning-After Hotcakes

Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

2. Step 2.

   In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the buttermilk and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined into a lumpy batter. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.

3. Step 3.

   Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a pat of butter to coat the pan. Once the butter is melted and sizzling, spoon about 1/3 cup of batter per pancake into the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, then flip and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes on the other side, until golden brown. If desired, press fruit (such as sliced bananas, blueberries, or chocolate chips) into the batter on the first side to form a smiley face, or mix the fruit into the batter before cooking.

4. Step 4.

   Serve the pancakes topped with maple syrup and whipped cream.