Irresistible Apple Fritter Pancakes

These apple fritter pancakes bring together everything we love about a classic apple fritter and a fluffy breakfast pancake. They are soft inside, lightly crisp around the edges, and packed with tender apples, warm cinnamon, and gentle sweetness. This is an easy, family friendly recipe that feels special without being fussy. From start to finish, they are ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

For the pancake batter

• 200g plain flour
• 2 tbsp caster sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp fine salt
• 2 large eggs
• 300ml whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 30g unsalted butter, melted and cooled

For the apple filling

• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced
• 1 tbsp caster sugar
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp lemon juice

For cooking and serving

• Butter or neutral oil, for frying
• Icing sugar, for dusting
• Maple syrup or honey, to serve

How to Make Apple Fritter Pancakes

• Prepare the apples: Place the diced apples in a small bowl with the sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Stir well and set aside while you prepare the batter so the apples soften slightly.
• Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
• Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate jug, whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
• Make the batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently whisk until just combined. The batter should be thick but pourable. Fold in the prepared apples.
• Heat the pan: Heat a non stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
• Cook the pancakes: Spoon small ladles of batter into the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the underside is golden, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through.
• Keep warm and serve: Transfer cooked pancakes to a warm plate while you finish the rest. Dust with icing sugar and serve with maple syrup.

Tips for Perfect Apple Fritter Pancakes

Why are my pancakes raw in the middle?

Apple adds moisture, so cook the pancakes over medium heat rather than high. Smaller pancakes also cook more evenly.

How do I stop the apples from burning?

Make sure the apples are finely diced and fully coated in batter. Keeping the heat moderate prevents scorching.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

It is best cooked fresh, but you can prepare the batter up to 1 hour ahead and keep it chilled. Stir gently before cooking.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with maple syrup and a knob of butter
• Add Greek yogurt for a creamy contrast
• Top with extra sautéed apples and cinnamon

Storage

Room temperature

These pancakes are best eaten fresh. If needed, they can sit at room temperature for up to 2 hours.

Refrigerator

Store cooled pancakes in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave.

Freezing

Freeze pancakes in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag. They keep well for up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 9g
• Fat: 11g
• Saturated fat: 5g
• Sodium: 380mg

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients used.

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