Easy 5-Ingredient Apple Pancakes
Whip up these simple yet delicious apple pancakes in minutes using fresh shredded apples and pantry staples. Perfect for a quick and delicious breakfast, this simple recipe highlights the natural sweetness and comforting flavors of homemade apple pancakes.
Servings 14 pancakes
Calories 115kcal
Ingredients
- 3 medium apples (best are those sweet and sour) shredded, about 2.25 cups
- 2 large eggs
- 3 Tbsp light brown sugar
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp flour a gluten free mix works too
- 1½ tsp baking powder
Optional For Flavor
- ½ Tbsp cinnamon powder
Instructions
Prepare the Apples:
- Shred the apples. Thick-shred on a mandoline or small-dice (box-grating releases more juice.
Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the 2 eggs together with the 3 tablespoons of light brown sugar until well combined and foamy. About 2 minutes. This will help create a lighter texture.
Combine Dry Ingredients And Add Apples
- Combine dry: Whisk together the ½ cup + 2 tablespoons of flour, ½ tablespoon of baking powder, and ½ tablespoon of cinnamon powder (if using).
- Add the shredded apples into the egg mixture along with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; the batter should be slightly thick.
Heat the Skillet:
- Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray if necessary.
Cook the Pancakes:
- Scoop about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the hot skillet. Spread lightly to form an even circle. Try not to make them too thick, they need to cook through in the center.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip the pancake and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve:
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a serving plate. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or additional apple slices.
Notes
Apple Varieties:
- Best Choices: Use tart and sweet varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji. Mixing different types can add depth to the taste.
- Too Thick or Thin: If the batter is too thick, add a splash of milk or water. If too thin, mix in a little more flour.
- Resting Time: Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the baking powder to activate for fluffier pancakes.
- Nuts and Seeds: Add a handful of chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds for extra crunch and nutrition.
- Dried Fruits: Incorporate raisins, dried cranberries, or chopped dates for additional sweetness.
- Spices: Enhance the flavor with a pinch of nutmeg, ginger, or allspice along with the cinnamon.
- Whole Grains: Replace half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added fiber.
- Superfoods: Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseed meal to increase omega-3 fatty acids.
Nutrition
Serving: 2pancakes | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 22.8g | Protein: 3.2g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 2.2g | Sugar: 13g
