Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

Change up the same old pancake and make these Apple Cinnamon Pancakes! Fluffy cinnamon pancakes with an ooey, gooey apple topping make the most perfect cozy breakfast. 

Ingredients

  • milk
    ¾ c
  • vinegar
    1 ½ tbsp
  • flour
    1 c
  • sugar
    3 tbsp
  • cinnamon)

    (if you really love cinnamon you can add another ½ teaspoon

    1 tsp
  • baking powder
    1 tsp
  • baking soda
    ½ tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • egg
    1
  • oil
    2 tbsp
  • butter
    2 tbsp
  • apples

    peeled, cored, and diced

    2
  • brown sugar
    2 tbsp
  • cinnamon
    ½ tsp
  • maple syrup
    ⅓ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat a skillet to medium-high heat (275 degrees).

  2. 2

    Whisk together the milk and vinegar and allow to rest for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    While milk is curdling, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.

  4. 4

    Whisk egg and oil into milk. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until combined (don't over-mix, it should still have some lumps).

  5. 5

    Spray skillet with cooking spray. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to pour batter onto skillet. Cook about 2 minutes until bubbles form and the edges start to look "dry". Use a spatula to flip the pancake and cook another 1-2 minutes on the other side. Set pancakes aside and repeat with remaining batter.

  6. 6

    Add butter, apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon to a medium sauce pan. Stir over medium heat 3-5 minutes until apples are very tender. Stir in syrup. Serve apple topping over warm pancakes.

Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

4.9(124)405 cal

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About this Recipe

Tired of the same old breakfast routine? Imagine waking up to a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes infused with cinnamon, crowned with a rich, gooey apple topping—that's exactly what these Apple Cinnamon Pancakes deliver for a perfect cozy breakfast.

What sets these apple cinnamon pancakes apart is the perfect balance: a tender, airy pancake base bursting with warm spice, complemented by a caramelized apple topping that truly shines. The secret to their incredible fluffiness lies in a classic combination of milk and vinegar creating a buttermilk effect, ensuring every bite is light and satisfying.

Prepare for a truly comforting breakfast experience. Each bite offers a delightful contrast: the soft, pillowy texture of the cinnamon-spiced pancake gives way to the tender, sweet-tart apples, all drenched in a luxurious maple-infused sauce. It’s a hearty, flavorful start to your day, feeling both indulgent and incredibly homey, making it ideal for a leisurely weekend morning.

Customization & Variations

While perfect as is, you can easily adapt these Apple Cinnamon Pancakes to your liking. Feel free to experiment with different apple varieties for the topping, like Granny Smith for a tarter note, or Honeycrisp for extra sweetness. For an even more intense spice, the recipe suggests adding an extra half teaspoon of cinnamon to the pancake batter if you really love cinnamon. A sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans over the topping would also add a lovely crunch.

These decadent apple cinnamon pancakes are perfect for a special weekend brunch, a holiday morning, or any time you crave a comforting, satisfying breakfast. Serve them warm, with extra maple syrup on the side, and perhaps a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.

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