Amazing Applesauce Pancakes: 1 Trick
These Applesauce Pancakes bring moisture and a light, natural sweetness to your breakfast. Richard and Eleanor share this recipe, a simple way to make fluffy pancakes reminiscent of happy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 8 pancakes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddle
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, applesauce, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Applesauce replaces some of the fat, keeping these pancakes tender.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the dry ingredients.
- If the batter seems too thick, add a splash more milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: Approx. 150
- Sugar: Approx. 6g
- Sodium: Approx. 200mg
- Fat: Approx. 5g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 23g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 4g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 40mg