Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for Apple Pancakes! These pancakes are fluffy, slightly sweet, and full of apple flavor—perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Apple Pancakes Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the Pancake Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Apple Filling:
- 1 large apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well), peeled and grated or finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to prevent browning)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- For Cooking:
- Butter or oil for greasing the pan
- Optional Toppings:
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh fruit
Instructions:
- Prepare the Apple Filling:
- Peel and grate or finely chop the apple. Toss it with the lemon juice, cinnamon, and sugar (if using) in a small bowl. Set it aside to macerate while you prepare the pancake batter.
- Make the Pancake Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy.
- Cook the Pancakes:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Once the pan is hot, drop a 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the pan.
- Immediately spoon a small amount of the prepared apple filling onto the center of each pancake, pressing it gently into the batter.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining batter and apple filling, greasing the pan as needed.
- Serve:
- Stack the pancakes on plates and serve with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, powdered sugar, or extra apple slices.
Tips:
- Make them fluffier: For extra fluffy pancakes, you can separate the egg, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, and gently fold them into the batter at the end.
- Add nuts: You can mix in some chopped walnuts or pecans for a bit of crunch.
- More apple flavor: Add a little bit of apple sauce or diced apples directly into the batter for a more pronounced apple flavor.
Enjoy your warm, fluffy Apple Pancakes! They’re a delicious, cozy treat perfect for any morning.
