Recipes for Buttermilk

Safe ways to use buttermilk past its expiration date

Buttermilk Pancakes

Buttermilk Pancakes

Delicious pancakes made with expired buttermilk, ensuring food safety by thoroughly cooking the batter.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup expired buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the expired buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; lumps are fine.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  6. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  7. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

A tangy and creamy dressing made with expired buttermilk, ensuring food safety by adding vinegar and refrigerating properly.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup expired buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped herbs (such as dill, parsley, or chives)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the expired buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped herbs, minced garlic, and white vinegar.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Transfer the dressing to a clean and airtight container.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Serve the buttermilk ranch dressing with salads, vegetables, or as a dip.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Buttermilk Biscuits

Buttermilk Biscuits

Flaky and soft biscuits made from leftover buttermilk, ensuring food safety by thoroughly baking the dough.

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  2. In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  3. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add buttermilk and stir until a dough forms.
  5. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead slightly.
  6. Roll dough out to 1 inch thick and cut with biscuit cutter.
  7. Place biscuits onto an ungreased baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until golden.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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