Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of these fluffy applesauce pancakes, perfect for any breakfast occasion. Infused with the natural sweetness of applesauce and a hint of cinnamon, they transform your mornings into a delightful experience. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely brunch or need a quick weekday treat, these pancakes are easy to whip up and sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tbsp butter or oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and mix in the applesauce and milk until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Preheat a griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top (about 2-3 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown (another 2-3 minutes).
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. Enhance flavor by adding vanilla extract or mixing in walnuts or chocolate chips. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze them for later use.