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Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes with Caramelized Topping

A tall stack of fluffy apple pancakes topped generously with warm, caramelized apple slices and syrup.
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Make delicious, fluffy pancakes from scratch featuring fresh apples and warm cinnamon, topped with sweet, easy caramelized apples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted, plus more for the griddle
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely chopped apple (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for batter)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced apple (for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and white sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, 3 tablespoons of melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. A few lumps are fine.
  4. Gently fold in the finely chopped apple and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon into the batter.
  5. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake.
  6. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and bubbles appear on the surface. Flip and cook the other side until done. Keep warm.
  7. Prepare the topping: In a small skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved.
  8. Add the thinly sliced apples to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and coated in a light caramel sauce.
  9. Serve the warm pancakes immediately, topped with the caramelized apple topping.

Notes

  • For extra fluffy pancakes, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
  • Use firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture in the pancakes.
  • If you prefer a thinner pancake, slightly increase the milk amount.

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