DESCRIPTION OF CINNAMON ORCHARD PANCAKES
Wake up to the aroma of cinnamon orchard pancakes, where wholesome goodness meets delightful taste. These pancakes blend the warm flavours of cinnamon and apple pie spice with the natural sweetness of maple syrup and applesauce, creating a nutritious start to your day. Perfect for a family breakfast or a comforting meal on a chilly morning, these pancakes promise satisfaction in every bite.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Breakfast
- Brunch
SERVING SIZE
5 servings
CUISINE
American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Fry (Pan-Fry)
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Fall
- Winter
- Weekend Breakfast
- Family Gathering
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- High Fibre
- Kid Friendly
- Low Fat
- Healthy
DISH TYPE
- Breakfast
- Pancakes
INGREDIENTS FOR CINNAMON ORCHARD PANCAKES
Pancake Mix:
- 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Apple Topping:
- 2 apples, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 280 per serving
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Protein: 8g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 15g
PREPARATION FOR CINNAMON ORCHARD PANCAKES
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, apple pie spice, and salt.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Prepare Apple Topping: In a separate pan, melt butter or coconut oil. Add chopped apples, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Cook until the apples are soft.
- Serve: Top pancakes with warm apple topping.
PREP TIME
15 minutes
COOKING TIME
20 minutes
TIPS FOR CINNAMON ORCHARD PANCAKES
- Fluffier Pancakes: Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
- Apple Varieties: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavour in the topping.
VARIATIONS
- Vegan Option: Substitute eggs with flax eggs, milk with almond milk, and butter with coconut oil.
- Gluten-Free: Swap whole wheat flour for your favourite gluten-free flour blend.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR CINNAMON ORCHARD PANCAKES
- Refrigerate: Store leftover pancakes and apple topping separately in airtight containers. Reheat pancakes in a toaster for best results.
- Freeze: Freeze pancakes between layers of wax paper for up to a month. Reheat in a toaster or microwave.
Enjoy these “Cinnamon Orchard Pancakes” for a nutritious and delicious twist on traditional breakfast fare, sure to delight palates and provide a comforting start to any day.