Description

These Apple Cinnamon Pancakes are a delicious and comforting breakfast treat, featuring fluffy pancakes infused with warm cinnamon and fresh grated apples. Perfectly spiced and lightly sweetened, they’re served with maple syrup and additional apple slices for a wholesome, cozy morning meal.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 apple, peeled, cored, and grated

For Cooking and Serving

Additional butter or oil for cooking
Maple syrup and additional apple slices for serving (optional)

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and spices.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg thoroughly, then add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir with a spatula until just combined; it’s important not to overmix to keep the pancakes tender. Some lumps in the batter are normal and desirable.
Add the Apple: Fold the grated apple into the batter evenly. This adds moisture and a fresh fruity flavor to the pancakes.
Heat the Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly coat the surface with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
Cook the Pancakes – First Side: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles begin to form on the surface and the edges look set and slightly dry, usually about 2 to 3 minutes.
Flip and Cook Second Side: Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through.
Repeat Cooking: Continue cooking the remaining batter in batches, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed to maintain a non-stick surface.
Serve: Serve the pancakes warm with maple syrup and optional additional apple slices for garnish and extra flavor.

Notes

To keep the pancakes warm while cooking the rest, place them on a baking sheet in a low oven (200°F) until ready to serve.
Using freshly grated apple adds moisture, so avoid squeezing out the juice before folding into the batter.
Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning; medium heat works best to cook pancakes evenly.
For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with almond milk mixed with a teaspoon of lemon juice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

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