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A close-up stack of apple pancakes topped with cinnamon and sugar, served on a ceramic plate with apple slices and cinnamon sticks nearby.

Easy Apple Pancake Recipe

This easy apple pancake recipe is a quick and delicious breakfast option for any day. Made with fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, baking powder, milk, and butter, these pancakes are fluffy, flavorful, and easy to customize. You can add nuts, vanilla extract, or raisins for extra flair. Cooking on medium heat ensures golden-brown perfection, while letting the batter rest makes the pancakes light and airy. Serve them with classic toppings like maple syrup and butter or get creative with fresh fruits, whipped cream, or caramel sauce. Pair them with coffee, tea, or juice for a complete meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter plus extra for cooking
  • 1 medium apple Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, grated or finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Method
 

  1. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using).
  3. Combine: Mix the wet mixture with dry ingredients by adding the wet mixture to the ingredients. Stir until just combined.
  4. Add apples: Fold in the grated or chopped apple.
  5. Preheat pan: Use stickiness proof pan and heat it over a medium heat. Use butter or oil to grease.
  6. Cook pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter in the pan to make one pancake. Cook until it becomes bubbly form, after that you flip until golden brown.
  7. Serve: Top with maple syrup, butter, or your favorite toppings.