Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Experience the rich culinary heritage of the Pueblo tribes of the American Southwest with these wholesome, earthy Blue Corn Pancakes. 🌾✨ Made with nutrient-dense blue cornmeal, a staple ingredient in many Indigenous diets, these pancakes have a slightly sweet, nutty flavor and a beautiful natural hue. Often enjoyed with honey, bison sausage, or fresh berries, they are perfect for breakfast or brunch, celebrating traditional flavors with a modern twist.
Ingredients
🔥 For the Blue Corn Pancakes:
☑ 1 cup blue cornmeal 🌽
☑ 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier option) 🌾
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 sugar or maple syrup (optional for sweetness) 🍯
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 baking powder ✨
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 baking soda 🌿
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt 🧂
☑ 1 ½ cups buttermilk (or plant-based milk with 1 tbsp vinegar) 🥛
☑ 2 large eggs 🥚
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 melted butter or vegetable oil 🧈
🔥 Optional Add-ins:
☑ Chopped roasted piñon nuts (pine nuts) for authentic flavor 🌰
☑ Fresh or dried berries 🍓
🔥 For Serving:
☑ Honey or maple syrup 🍯
☑ Fresh berries 🍓
☑ Whipped cream (optional)
👨🍳 Cooking Steps
🥣 Step 1: Mix the Dry Ingredients
1️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk together the blue cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
🥛 Step 2: Prepare the Wet Ingredients
1️⃣ In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the buttermilk and melted butter.
2️⃣ Mix well until smooth.
🌽 Step 3: Combine the Batter
1️⃣ Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
2️⃣ Stir until just combined—don’t overmix! A few lumps are okay.
3️⃣ Gently fold in piñon nuts or berries if using.
🔥 Step 4: Cook the Pancakes
1️⃣ Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
2️⃣ Pour ¼cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
3️⃣ Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
4️⃣ Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
✨ Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
1️⃣ Stack the pancakes on a plate, drizzle with honey or maple syrup, and top with fresh berries.
2️⃣ Add a dollop of whipped cream if desired for extra indulgence.
Earthy, vibrant, and rooted in tradition—Pueblo-Style Blue Corn Pancakes are a delicious way to celebrate Indigenous cuisine and heritage. Who’s ready to taste history? 🌽🥞
