Peanut Butter Soft Pancakes
Light, airy pancakes with a rich peanut butter heart. These cloud-soft rounds rise high thanks to a long fermentation, delivering a subtle sweetness and irresistible texture that works beautifully for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
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What makes these pancakes special is the overnight fermentation—the dough develops complex flavor and that trademark pillowy softness. The peanut butter filling sneaks in a savory-sweet surprise in every bite. Cook them up and serve straight from the pan while they're still warm and gooey.
Ingredients
Instructions
Wake up the yeast
Pour the warm water into a small bowl and stir in the sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the surface and let it sit untouched for about 5 minutes. You'll know it's ready when the mixture turns foamy and bubbles appear—this means the yeast is alive and hungry.
Bring the dough together
Grab a large mixing bowl and combine both flours with the salt. Create a well in the middle, then pour in your foamy yeast mixture. Stir until everything comes together into a shaggy, sticky mass. Turn it out onto a floured surface and knead vigorously for roughly 8 minutes until the dough feels smooth, elastic, and springs back when you poke it.
Let it puff up
Coat a clean bowl with a little oil and drop in your kneaded dough. Cover with a kitchen towel and find a warm, draft-free spot. Let it hang out for about 2 hours—it should roughly double in size. This slow rise is what gives these pancakes their delicate, airy crumb.
Stuff and shape
Once risen, punch the dough down to release air bubbles. Divide it into 8 equal portions. Flatten each piece into a small disc, add a generous spoonful of peanut butter to the center, then fold the edges up and over to seal the filling inside. Roll each one into a ball, then gently flatten into a thick disc about half an inch thick.
Cook to golden perfection
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Place your pancake discs in the pan and let them cook for 3-4 minutes per side—they should turn a beautiful golden brown and feel firm when pressed. Flip once during cooking. Serve immediately while the peanut butter center is still warm and creamy.