Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Spiced Apple Pancakes, a delightful breakfast treat that brings the cozy essence of autumn to your table. These fluffy pancakes are infused with aromatic apple pie spices and studded with tender chunks of fresh apples, creating a deliciously satisfying start to your day. Perfect for family breakfasts or special brunch occasions, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a favorite in your household. Top them off with a sweet apple topping or your choice of syrup for an extra burst of flavor. Whether enjoyed on a lazy Sunday morning or at a festive gathering, these pancakes promise to bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons apple pie spice
- ½ teaspoon salt (can omit if desired)
- 2 cups (490 g) buttermilk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 large apples (peeled, cored, and finely chopped)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
- ½ cup water (reserve 1 tablespoon for slurry)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, apple pie spice, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ones; do not overmix.
- Preheat a griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake and cook until bubbles form (3–4 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown (2–3 minutes).
- For the apple topping, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add chopped apples, brown sugar, apple pie spice, and water. Cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Thicken with cornstarch slurry if desired.
- Serve pancakes stacked with warm apple topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better texture. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes for lighter pancakes. Experiment with toppings like nuts or whipped cream for added flair.