Spoiler alert: Your pancake syrup probably doesn't have any maple in it. There is truly nothing sweeter than syrup. After all, a true syrup is made by dissolving sugar in boiling water.

I've never given much thought to the different varieties of pancake syrup at the grocery store — I typically grab whatever's on sale. If I'm feeling fancy, maybe I'll get a butter-flavored variety.

Do not over mix or the pancakes will be heavy ... Serve a stack of three with crispy streaky bacon and maple syrup. Mix the buttermilk, egg and melted butter in a large bowl, until smooth and ...

Serve about 3 pancakes per person. Pass the orange syrup, ricotta topping and toasted almonds at the table.