Apple Pancakes with Warm Flavors (Print Version)
Warm and fluffy apple pancakes ideal for breakfast or brunch, infused with comforting spice and sweetness.
# Ingredients:
→ Apple Topping
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2 teaspoons apple pie spice
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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¼ cup butter
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2 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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½ cup water
→ Pancakes
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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3 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ cup sugar
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2 teaspoons apple pie spice
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1½ cups whole milk
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1 egg
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of apple pie spice and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter, diced apples, and granulated sugar. Cook for about 2 minutes until the butter has melted and the sugar is dissolved. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the apples and add ½ cup of water. Cook for 5 minutes until the apples are tender, stirring occasionally. If the sauce thickens too much, add a bit more water to adjust consistency. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool. The cornstarch will thicken the mixture further as it cools.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 1½ cups of all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ cup sugar, and 2 teaspoons of apple pie spice. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1½ cups of whole milk, 1 egg, 3 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light; a few lumps are fine.
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Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray. Pour ⅓ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface. Flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden and cooked through. Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while preparing the remaining batter.
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Serve the pancakes warm, generously topped with the prepared apple topping. Enjoy your meal!
# Notes and Tips:
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Ensure you do not overmix the batter, as this will make the pancakes dense rather than fluffy.