Imagine waking up to a plate of golden, cloud-like pancakes bursting with sweet, juicy peaches and a hint of luxurious vanilla bean. These aren't just ordinary pancakes - they're a breakfast experience that will transform your morning from mundane to magical! With a perfect balance of fluffy texture and fresh, vibrant flavors, these Puffy Vanilla Bean Peach Pancakes are about to become your new weekend breakfast obsession that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large peaches, sliced
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- Butter for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the fresh peaches by washing thoroughly, then slice them into thin, uniform pieces. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and add milk and vanilla bean paste. Whisk these wet ingredients until completely smooth and integrated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some small lumps are acceptable.
- Let the pancake batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the liquid and the baking powder to activate.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small pat of butter to lightly coat the cooking surface.
- Using a 1/4 cup measure, pour batter onto the hot skillet. Immediately place several peach slices on top of each pancake while the batter is still wet.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look slightly dry, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat with remaining batter, adding butter to the pan as needed between batches.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh peach slices and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
Tips
- Let your batter rest for exactly 5 minutes - this allows the flour to absorb liquid and helps create those signature puffy pancakes.
- Use medium heat to ensure even cooking without burning the exterior.
- Don't overmix the batter - some small lumps are your friend! Overmixing can lead to tough, dense pancakes.
- Add peach slices while the batter is still wet to help them naturally embed into the pancake.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned griddle for the best release and golden-brown color.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F) while preparing the entire batch.Pro Chef Secret: For extra richness, consider using vanilla bean paste instead of extract - it provides those beautiful vanilla specks and a more intense flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 269kcal
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 99mg
