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Blueberry Pancake Bake – A Cozy, Crowd-Pleasing Breakfast

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • All-purpose flour: 2 cups
  • Baking powder: 2 1/2 teaspoons
  • Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Fine salt: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Granulated sugar: 1/3 cup (plus 1 tablespoon for topping, optional)
  • Buttermilk: 1 3/4 cups (or see substitute below)
  • Large eggs: 2
  • Unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled: 6 tablespoons
  • Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
  • Fresh or frozen blueberries: 2 cups (no need to thaw if frozen)
  • Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon (optional, but highly recommended)
  • Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon (optional, for a cozy hint)
  • Neutral oil or butter: for greasing the baking dish
  • Maple syrup or powdered sugar: for serving

Method
 

  1. Prep the pan and oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or oil. If you like a golden top, you can line the bottom with parchment for easy lifting.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, and cinnamon (if using). Whisk well so the leaveners are evenly dispersed.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Make sure the butter is slightly cooled so it doesn’t scramble the eggs.
  4. Bring it together: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. A few small lumps are fine. Avoid overmixing; it can make the bake tough.
  5. Add blueberries and zest: Fold in the blueberries and lemon zest. If using frozen berries, toss them in 1 teaspoon of flour first to reduce bleeding. Work quickly so the batter stays airy.
  6. Pour and top: Spread the batter into the greased pan, smoothing the top. Sprinkle the optional tablespoon of sugar over the surface for a light crust.
  7. Bake: Place on the center rack and bake for 28–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Rest and serve: Let the bake rest for 10 minutes. Slice into squares and serve warm with maple syrup, a pat of butter, or a dusting of powdered sugar.