Fluffy Spiced Pancakes with Caramel Apple Compote
Fluffy spiced pancakes with caramel apple compote are the ultimate breakfast treat, blending warm spices and sweet, gooey apples into a delightful dish. Perfect for lazy mornings or special gatherings, these pancakes are soft on the inside with crisp edges, topped generously with rich caramelized apples.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup milk (or non-dairy substitute)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 2 cups sliced firm apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/4 cup sugar (for compote)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter, and brown sugar until smooth. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form on top (2-3 minutes). Flip and cook until golden brown (another 2-3 minutes).
- For the compote, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add sliced apples and sugar; cook until tender and caramelized (5-7 minutes). Stir in vanilla extract at the end.
- Serve pancakes stacked high with warm caramel apple compote on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Customize your pancakes by adding chocolate chips or nuts. Use whole wheat flour for a healthier option. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.