Imagine waking up to the irresistible aroma of warm, fluffy pancakes infused with the classic flavors of apple pie. These aren't just ordinary pancakes - they're a breakfast revolution that transforms your morning meal into a delectable culinary experience. Packed with sweet, tender diced apples and a hint of warm cinnamon, these pancakes are about to become your new weekend obsession that will have your family begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well blended.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some small lumps are okay.
- Fold the diced apples into the pancake batter, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or cooking spray.
- Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour the batter onto the hot skillet, leaving space between each pancake.
- Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes or until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look dry.
- Carefully flip the pancakes and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a warm plate and continue cooking the remaining batter.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like maple syrup, whipped cream, or additional cinnamon sprinkled on top.
Tips
- Use fresh, crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter - lumpy batter creates lighter, fluffier pancakes.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking to allow the flour to absorb the liquid.
- Ensure your skillet is at medium heat to prevent burning and achieve golden-brown perfection.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon on top just before serving.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F) while preparing the entire batch.
- For a healthier version, substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg
