Step 1

Preheat the griddle to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or heat a large pan over medium high heat.

Step 2

Mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl.

Step 3

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, lemon juice, egg, almond extract and zest together.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. The batter will be bubbly, airy, thick and lumpy. Try to not over mix - aim for 15 seconds of whisking tops.

Step 5

Ladle about 1/4 cup of the batter on the hot pre-heated griddle or pan. Let the batter bubble and then flip until you cook all the pancakes.

Step 6

Pile your pancakes and top with a dusting of powdered sugar, whipped cream, butter, maple syrup and toasted almonds if desired!