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    Apple Cider Pancakes

    Published: Oct 14, 2015 · Modified: Aug 20, 2022 by Anna 22 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Apple Cider Pancakes - sweet and fluffy pancakes made with apple cider and topped with cinnamon sugar apples! Perfect fall weekend breakfast! 

    Stack of Apple Cider Pancakes.

    Fall weekend breakfast is quickly becoming my favorite. The summer version is quick as in grab a fruit or a muffin and out the door because the weather is gorgeous. The fall breakfast makes me want to use seasonal flavors, like cinnamon and nutmeg and add season fruits, like apples. It's time to sit down and enjoy every bite.

    I made these pancakes few weeks ago and didn't really plan on sharing about them but they look crazy delicious and just screamed fall to me. A quick photo shoot later, I gave my hubby his plate back so he could dive in.

    apple cider pancakes

    My family loves pancakes and waffles on Sundays and everyone seems to have their favorite flavors and toppings figured out. I even have a blogger friends who wrote a whole book about pancakes (sweet, savory and healthy!) and it's one of the most used cookbooks in our house. My kids love to get inspiration from it. I adapted Karly's basic recipe and added shredded apple and apple cider, which I am currently obsessed with. I am waiting for the super cool evening to enjoy a tall mug of hot apple cider.

    If you want to enjoy the seasonal flavors and have apples on hand, I highly recommend whipping up a batch of these fluffy pancakes. You won't regret it!

    Stack of Apple Cider Pancakes.

    Apple cider pancakes

    Author: Anna
    Apple Cider Pancakes - sweet and fluffy pancakes made with apple cider and topped with cinnamon sugar apples! Perfect fall weekend breakfast!
    4.94 from 15 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 722 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    !for the pancakes:

    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 4 Tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1 and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup apple cider NOT apple cider vinegar
    • 1 cup buttermilk
    • 2 large eggs
    • 4 Tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
    • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
    • 1 cup shredded apples

    !for topping:

    • 2 to 3 apples I used gala, washed, peeled, cored and chopped into large chunks
    • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

    Instructions
     

    • Heat a pancake pan or a large griddle over medium heat.
    • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add shredded apples and stir to coat with flour mixture. Set aside.
    • In another mixing bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: apple cider, buttermilk, eggs, oil and vanilla.
    • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon, Do not overmix. Batter should be lumpy.
    • Using a 1/4 cup scoops (or an ice cream scoop), pour batter on a hot griddle. Cook pancakes on the first side, until you see air bubbles appearing around the edge and toward the center. Flip and cook about 2 more minutes.
    • Place pancakes on a large plate and cover with aluminum foil each time you add to the stack to keep them warm.
    • Melt butter in a large skillet.
    • Add apple chunks. Cook stirring often, until apples are soft but not mushy.
    • Add brown sugar and cinnamon and cook until sugar melts into a syrup.
    • Remove from the heat.
    • Top pancakes with topping and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 722kcal | Carbohydrates: 115g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 674mg | Potassium: 607mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 60g | Vitamin A: 460IU | Vitamin C: 6.2mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 3.9mg
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    1. Elizabeth says

      October 30, 2022 at 7:31 pm

      5 stars
      These were delicious. I didn’t bother with the apple topping, and while I’m sure it’s good, these pancakes really didn’t need a topping or syrup of any kind. The shredded apples in the batter kept them moist and flavorful.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        November 04, 2022 at 2:07 pm

        Thank you, Elizabeth! I am so glad the pancakes were a hit!

        Reply
    2. Marty Ryan says

      February 21, 2022 at 10:03 am

      4 stars
      Pancakes came out light and fluffy and the apple favor was throughout the pancake. The grated apples were a great idea. The apple topping/sauce truly makes the recipe. This breakfast received the coveted "yes, make again" honor in our house. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    3. Dorothy says

      February 12, 2022 at 9:10 am

      Could sparkling cider be substituted for apple cider? Thank you.
      Dorothy

      Reply
    4. Walmau says

      October 24, 2021 at 11:29 am

      5 stars
      Excellent! Light and fluffy, I made with cake flour though

      Reply
    5. Chelsea says

      February 06, 2021 at 11:48 am

      This was perfect! My husband and son both devoured these pancakes and the topping and I’m a big home cooke who frequently makes home made pancakes. Amazing!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 17, 2021 at 5:37 pm

        Thank you so much, Chelsea!

        Reply
    6. Maria Pasceri says

      November 22, 2020 at 9:13 am

      5 stars
      I made the pancakes this morning. I used skim milk as that is what I had available.. thought the batter was a little thin but the pancakes were bursting with flavor. They were delicious! I served them with toasted walnut , dried apple bits and maple syrup . Thank you!

      Reply
    7. Emily says

      October 31, 2020 at 7:36 am

      5 stars
      Pro tip, add 1 Tbsp of apple cider vinegar and an additional 1 tsp of baking soda and let the batter sit for 5-10 minutes before using. The vinegar interacts with the soda and makes air bubbles, making the pancakes lighter and fluffier.

      Reply
    8. Heather says

      October 11, 2016 at 7:23 pm

      5 stars
      Made these for pancake dinner tonight and my children inhaled them! Now I know what to make Christmas morning. Didn't have buttermilk so I just used whole milk. Also switched the flour to an all purpose gluten free flour and used olive oil since I don't have vegetable oil. Everyone thoughy they were super good.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        October 11, 2016 at 10:15 pm

        Hi Heather! I LOVE it! It makes me so happy to know that other parents make my recipes and their kiddos love them! Yay! Thank you so much for mentioning your substitutions - so helpful for others! Thank you for trying the recipe and for coming back to leave the comment. Have a beautiful day! -Anna

        Reply
    9. Kristyn says

      October 17, 2015 at 2:35 pm

      5 stars
      What a delicious fall breakfast idea!

      Reply
    10. Marie says

      October 17, 2015 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      I just saw your comment on Eat Yourself Skinny and wanted to say a quick hello 🙂 Gosh, your blog is dangerous! Everything looks delicious!! I love apple cider and apples in general, and these pancakes are definitely calling my name!

      Reply
    11. Andi says

      October 16, 2015 at 11:29 am

      5 stars
      I can't take my eyes off these pancakes! They're just perfect for a fall breakfast! 😀

      Reply
    12. Jenn says

      October 15, 2015 at 2:23 pm

      5 stars
      Annaaaaaaaaaa pleeeeease come make me pancakes!!! Pretty please with apples on top!? <3 Love these pancakes like woah lady!

      Reply
    13. Kacey says

      October 15, 2015 at 1:27 pm

      5 stars
      Love the idea of using apple cider in pancakes! I always used apple cider vinegar to make buttermilk, but apple cider would give a nice hint of apple flavour while providing sweetness.

      Reply
    14. Michelle says

      October 15, 2015 at 11:52 am

      5 stars
      These look so delicious! I love apple everything this time of year--can't wait to try these!

      Reply
    15. Gerry says

      October 15, 2015 at 10:30 am

      5 stars
      How many of these could I eat? Hmmm..

      Reply
    16. Medha says

      October 15, 2015 at 9:05 am

      5 stars
      So delicious! Definitely a breakfast I would get up early for 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        October 15, 2015 at 9:00 pm

        Thank you, Medha!

        Reply
    17. Kimberly says

      October 15, 2015 at 5:23 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness, that warm apple topping looks delish! Perfect recipe for the fall.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        October 15, 2015 at 8:51 pm

        My favorite! Thanks, Kimberly!

        Reply

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