Apple Cinnamon Pancakes
Fluffy apple cinnamon pancakes with tender bites of fresh apple and a cozy hint of spice.Perfect for a fall morning or anytime you’re craving a warm, comforting breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (260 grams) all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons (25 grams) light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt , or table salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup applesauce
- 1 Granny Smith apple , cored, peeled, and grated
For serving: Butter, Syrup, Apple filling
Instructions
- Prep. Preheat a griddle to 300°F, or a skillet over medium heat.
- Combine dry ingredients. In a large bowl, stir together 2 cups flour, 3 Tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Add wet ingredients. Mix in 1 1/2 cups milk, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/2 cup applesauce with a wooden spoon just until most of the lumps are gone and the batter is smooth, being careful not to overmix. Fold in 1 grated apple.
- Cook pancakes. Coat the griddle (or skillet) with a little butter or oil and pour 1/4 cup batter onto the heated griddle. Cook the pancakes 1 to 2 minutes, or until bubbles appear. Flip the pancakes and cook the other side 1 minute, or until lightly browned. Turn down the heat if they are browning too fast.
- Serve. Serve immediately or place pancakes on a baking sheet in the oven at 175°F to keep warm.
Notes
Apple filling: Find my favorite apple filling in my apple crepe recipe.
Freezer tip: Let pancakes cool and place in a large zip-top bag. Store in freezer for use within 2 to 3 months. When ready to eat, reheat in the microwave or toaster oven for 30 seconds.
Nutrition
Serving: 2pancakes, Calories: 286kcal, Carbohydrates: 59g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Trans Fat: 0.003g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 385mg, Potassium: 288mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 12g, Vitamin A: 138IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 121mg, Iron: 3mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
