Apple Pancakes

Here is a complete step-by-step recipe for fluffy and flavorful Apple Pancakes. These pancakes are perfect for breakfast or brunch and can be made with grated or finely chopped apples for a warm, spiced flavor.

Apple Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients (Makes about 10 pancakes)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 1 large egg

• ¾ cup milk (plus more if needed)

• 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 to 1½ apples, peeled and grated or finely chopped (any sweet or tart variety)

• Optional: additional butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

Step 1: Mix the dry ingredients

1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

2. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the wet ingredients

1. In another bowl, whisk the egg until lightly beaten.

2. Add the milk, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

Step 3: Combine wet and dry mixtures

1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.

2. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

3. If the batter is too thick, add a splash more milk.

Step 4: Add the apples

1. Fold in the grated or chopped apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 5: Cook the pancakes

1. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.

2. Lightly grease with butter or oil.

3. Pour about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the hot surface.

4. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.

5. Flip and cook the other side for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

6. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.

Step 6: Serve

1. Serve warm with maple syrup, butter, powdered sugar, or yogurt.

2. Add extra apple slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Tips

• Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a sharper flavor, or sweet apples like Fuji or Gala for a milder taste.

• Add chopped nuts, raisins, or a pinch of nutmeg for variety.

• For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cooking.