apple pancakes

Apple pancakes are a delicious, cozy twist on traditional pancakes—perfect for fall mornings or anytime you want something warm, sweet, and fruity.

🍎 Apple Pancakes Recipe (Fluffy & Delicious)

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp sugar (white or brown)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)

Wet Ingredients:

• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar/lemon juice)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins:

• 1 medium apple, peeled and grated or finely chopped (e.g., Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
3. Make the Batter:
   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently mix until just combined—lumps are okay!
   Fold in the grated or chopped apple.
4. Cook the Pancakes:
   • Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease lightly with butter or oil.
   • Scoop ¼ cup of batter per pancake.
   • Cook until bubbles form on top and the edges look set (about 2–3 min), then flip and cook another 1–2 min.
5. Serve Warm:
   Top with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, apple slices, or even caramel sauce for a treat.

🍏 Variations:

• Chunky apple pieces for more texture
• Add chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)
• Add raisins or dried cranberries
• Try apple pie spice instead of just cinnamon