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Stack of fluffy apple pancakes drizzled with warm golden cider syrup.

Apple Pancakes with Cider Syrup

Fluffy apple pancakes paired with a warm, spiced cider syrup — the perfect fall breakfast treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pancakes
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 apple peeled and grated
Cider Syrup
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Equipment

  • Griddle
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, and melted butter. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  3. Fold in the grated apple. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Heat a lightly greased griddle over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  5. For the cider syrup: bring apple cider to a simmer in a small saucepan. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter and cinnamon.
  6. Serve pancakes warm with cider syrup drizzled over the top.

Notes

Try using different apple varieties for a unique twist. The syrup can also be made in advance and stored in the fridge.