unsalted butter - watch the video to see (melted and cooled)
all-purpose flour - watch the video to see (for the batter)
granulated sugar - watch the video to see (to add sweetness)
salt - watch the video to see (to balance flavor)
baking powder - watch the video to see (for leavening)
baking soda - watch the video to see (for leavening)
egg yolks - watch the video to see (separated from whites)
egg whites - watch the video to see (added last without whisking)
buttermilk - watch the video to see (at room temperature)
milk - watch the video to see (at room temperature)
fat for cooking - watch the video to see (generous amount for crispy edges)
Instructions
Melt Butter: Melt the butter and let it cool to room temperature.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, separate the egg yolks and mix them with buttermilk and milk, both at room temperature.
Add Butter to Wet Mixture: Add the cooled melted butter to the wet ingredients and mix.
Combine Wet and Dry: Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
Add Egg Whites: Add the egg whites last without whisking them, folding them gently into the batter.
Cook Pancakes: Cook pancakes in a generous amount of fat over medium heat for about 2 and 1/2 minutes per side, flipping once bubbles appear on the surface.