Description
Delight in these Apple Fritter Pancakes, combining the fluffy texture of classic pancakes with sweet, tender apple pieces and a cinnamon-spiced glaze. This recipe perfectly mimics the flavors of traditional apple fritters in an easy-to-make breakfast treat.
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced (about 1 cup)
Glaze and Topping
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and dice the apple into small pieces for even distribution within the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth.
- Combine Batters: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the diced apples into the pancake batter so they are evenly incorporated.
- Cook Pancakes: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it. Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges are set, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown, another 2 minutes.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
- Serve: Stack the warm pancakes on plates, drizzle generously with the glaze, and sprinkle with ground cinnamon to finish. Serve immediately to enjoy the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the batter.
- If you prefer crispier edges, cook pancakes a little longer on each side.
- The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by adding more milk for a thinner consistency or more powdered sugar for thicker.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice contrast to the sweet glaze.
- The batter can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated; just stir gently before cooking.
