Buttermilk Pancakes, Ham, and Coffee

A Baking with Babish recipe inspired by Twin Peaks.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

IN A large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.

Step 3

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, pour the buttermilk mixture into it, and gently whisk until just combined. The batter should still be lumpy.

Step 4

Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 5

SPRAY A large cast-iron or nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium to low heat for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium and pour ⅛ to ¼ cup of the batter (depending on how large you want your pancakes) onto the skillet.

Step 7

Cook for 1 to 3 minutes, until the edges of the pancake become dull, bubbles form on top of the pancake, and the bottom is brown.

Step 8

Flip the pancake and cook on the golden side for 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 10

If desired, transfer the pancakes to a wire rack set on a rimmed baking sheet and keep them warm in a low oven (about 250°F).

Step 11

MEANWHILE, IN a large nonstick skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ham steaks and fry until browned on both sides and heated through, about 3 minutes.

Step 12

Transfer to plates, add the pancakes, and serve with warm maple syrup and melted butter and coffee, of course.