Apple Cinnamon Pancakes (+ more pancake recipes)
Real apple pieces and a hearty helping of cinnamon turn regular pancakes into these simple, yet special Apple Cinnamon Pancakes.
Sometimes I am a really nice mom and I make something new and exciting for my kids to eat for breakfast, like these apple cinnamon pancakes. I guess this was one of those days that I was feeling like being the “cool mom.” Haha.
I was in a fruity pancake mood, and I immediately thought of “banana pancakes,” but I’ve heard mixed reviews on those. You know the ones with just bananas and eggs? Yeah, so I decided to go the safe route and just do a simple pancake recipe with the addition of apples and cinnamon. Since I love fruit with my pancakes, I figured these apple cinnamon pancakes would be a tasty idea, and it worked out well.
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I wanted pieces of real fruit in my apple cinnamon pancakes, so I grated an apple and used apple juice instead of milk to help enhance the apple flavor. The pieces of shredded apple aren’t so thick that it ruins the texture of the pancake, but they are distinct enough to know that they come from an apple. (I actually made this recipe twice. The first time, I followed this recipe and they didn’t turn out to our liking, so I revised the recipe and came up with my own version, which we liked much better.)
If you didn’t know, today is national pancake day. These apple cinnamon pancakes are a great way to celebrate! They are almost as quick to whip up as regular pancakes. If you want more pancake ideas, scroll through the recipes below. Enjoy!
Apple Cinnamon Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour, (stir, spoon & level)
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (47 g) peeled grated apple, (about 1 medium apple)
- 1 cup (237 ml) apple juice
- 1 egg
- 1 Tbsp (14 g) butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt together in a large bowl.
- Add the grated apple, apple juice, egg, butter and vanilla.
- Heat a skillet or griddle to medium heat. Melt some butter or grease with cooking spray. Using a ¼-cup measure, scoop batter onto skillet or griddle. Spread/flatten the batter slightly.
- Cook 2-3 minutes or until the top is bubbly, then flip the pancake over and cook until the bottom is golden brown, an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Repeat with remaining batter. Makes 8 pancakes. Serve with syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
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I want to make these but I don’t have apple juice. Would apple cider work?
Apple Cider will work just fine. If it’s on the thick side, you may need to add a little extra. Maybe do a test pancake and adjust the batter as needed.
Thanks for the quick response. Will make these this weekend
Made these today and my kid loved them! I just roughly chopped the apples out of laziness but still thought they were good. We will peel and shred them next time. Thank you for sharing a good recipe.
Aw yay! So glad you enjoyed them!
We love adding apple to our pancakes! Perfect for fall brunch!
For sure! Thanks Jessica!
These look so yummy!! I just pinned your recipe and can’t wait to whip me up a batch of these pancakes! Yum!!
Thanks for your comment and for pinning Kelly!
You are the funnest mom! These pancakes would definitely make my kiddos happy! I love the apple and cinnamon flavors – so perfect for fall!
Thanks Kelly! They are definitely tasty fall flavors!
This is the perfect fall breakfast! I’m thinking I need to join the cool mom club and make these for dax!
Haha! Well, they aren’t as fluffy as a regular pancake, but the apple adds a fun texture and flavor to the pancakes.
I love to load my pancakes with fruit too — it lightens them up and gives them the best flavor! These look incredible!
Love fruit & pancakes! Thanks Ashley!