Aug 28 2026
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Cinnamon Apple Pancakes Recipe

Inspired by Four Seasons Midlothian
Time30m
Serves4

Make Cinnamon Apple Pancakes Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Batter

Apples & Mix-ins

For Cooking & Serving

Method

Batter

  1. 1

    Combine dry ingredients

    In a large bowl whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Mix wet ingredients

    In a separate medium bowl whisk the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  3. 3

    Combine wet and dry

    Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined; batter should be slightly lumpy. Do not overmix.

Apples & Mix-ins

  1. 4

    Prepare apples

    Peel, core, and dice the apple into small (about 1/4-inch) pieces. Toss the diced apple with the brown sugar, lemon juice, and ground nutmeg in a small bowl until evenly coated. This softens the apples slightly and keeps them from browning.

  2. 5

    Fold apples into batter

    Gently fold the apple mixture into the pancake batter until distributed evenly. If batter becomes too thick, stir in up to 2 tablespoons of milk to reach a pourable consistency.

Cook & Serve

  1. 6

    Preheat skillet

    Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush with the vegetable oil or melt a little butter so the surface is evenly coated.

  2. 7

    Cook pancakes

    For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle, spacing pancakes 1-2 inches apart. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip and cook the second side until golden and cooked through, about 1.5 to 2 minutes more. Reduce heat slightly if pancakes brown too quickly. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil or butter to the griddle as needed.

  3. 8

    Keep warm

    If making a large batch, keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven on a baking sheet while finishing the rest.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Stack pancakes and top with a pat of butter (optional), a drizzle of maple syrup, and a light dusting of powdered sugar if desired. Serve immediately.

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