Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic American pancake with this recipe for a flavorful apple pancake. This dish combines the warmth of cinnamon-spiced apples with fluffy pancake batter for a breakfast treat that's sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and melt butter in a 10-inch oven-proof skillet.
- In a bowl, mix sliced apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Spread evenly in the skillet and cook until the apples are tender.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients and mix until just moistened. Pour batter over the cooked apples in the skillet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pancake is puffed and golden brown.
- Invert pancake onto a serving platter and enjoy warm with maple syrup or powdered sugar.
Interesting Facts
This recipe is a fun twist on the classic German apple pancake, incorporating American flavors and techniques.
Apples are a versatile fruit that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes, making them perfect for breakfast pancakes.
Baking the pancake in an oven-proof skillet ensures that it cooks evenly and has a crispy edge.