Apple Pie Pancakes
These pancakes combine the comforting flavors of apple pie with the fluffiness of pancakes, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
- 2 pieces apples, peeled and diced Use sweeter varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon For flavoring the apples
Syrup
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for syrup
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined.
Cook Apples
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced apples with cinnamon until soft.
Cook Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour in pancake batter to form your pancakes.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook until golden brown, another 2-3 minutes.
Make Vanille Maple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Heat gently, stirring until warm.
Serve
- Stack the pancakes, top with the sautéed apples, and drizzle with the warm vanilla maple syrup. Enjoy!
Notes
For best results, do not overmix the batter. Ensure your skillet is preheated to the correct temperature. Customize the pancakes with your favorite apples or add nuts for extra crunch.