Prep tips at home:

• Measure dry ingredients and place in plastic bag – label

• Measure and place liquids, oils, maple syrup in reusable containers – label

• Pack a whisk and spatula

Campsite Prep:

• Whisk eggs and buttermilk in medium bowl, add cool, melted butter to a bowl.

•  Blend liquid and dry ingredients together until no obvious dry bits remain. Some lumps OK. Pancake batter should never be overmixed. This develops gluten, making a tough pancake. A few lumps are OK. They will take care of themselves.

Cooking methods: This works equally well on a campfire or a cookstove.  The first three bullets below are tips if cooking over a fire.  

• Prepare the campfire before starting to cook to produce hot coals. 

• Spread the coals evenly under the pan to prevent burning or hot spots. Cooking over a fire pit with an adjustable grate over the fire is another option. Some cooks prefer using a heat diffuser to distribute the heat more evenly across the pan. 

• Pre-heat a flat-bottom cast iron skillet or griddle over coals. Test the skillet by sprinkling a drop or two of cold water on it. If the water sputters and bounces, the pan is ready. If it evaporates instantly, the pan is too hot. 

• Add butter, vegetable oil or spray with cooking spray to the skillet or griddle. 

• Measure ¼ to ½ cup of batter and ladle into the hot skillet.

•  Leave at least an inch around each pancake to make flipping easier. Add the desired of fruit, nuts or chocolate chips at this point. 

• Cook until tiny bubbles appear 3 to 4 minutes and edges browning, 2 to 3 minutes each side. Cook until golden brown. 

• Flip the pancake with a spatula and complete the cooking. If the pan seems dry, add a bit more oil or cooking spray. 

• Lift the pancake to a serving platter, cover to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.

To serve:

• Place pancakes on plates. 

• Serve with butter and maple syrup or a drizzle of honey. 

• Garnish with blue berries, sliced fruit, or mini chocolate chips.  

Optional: Serve a side of bacon or sausage. Add a mug of campfire coffee and start the day!