Creating a diner vibe in my own kitchen is my favorite! Thanks for the tip about how and when to include the add ins. I typically add them in to the batter with the idea of a more even distribution and not having them all on one side when flipped, but this has backfired on me this time of year when I'm using frozen blueberries. The batter will actually start to freeze up and clump (I am generous with my blueberries...) Your post also reminded me to be patient about flipping as there's nothing more disappointing about pancakes than when they have raw batter in the middle! I always try to wait for the bubbles, but I'll try your steam trick now. Thanks for the tips!

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