Experience a delightful fusion of flavors with our Cinnamon-Dusted Churro Pancakes! This recipe brings together the warm, sugary delight of churros and the fluffy comfort of pancakes. Topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, these pancakes promise a sweet and cozy start to your day, perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or a special breakfast treat.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Serves: 4
- Serving size: 2 pancakes per person
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fiber: 2g
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 200g (7 oz)
- Baking powder: 10g (0.35 oz)
- Salt: 5g (0.18 oz)
- Granulated sugar: 50g (1.76 oz)
- Milk: 240ml (8 fl oz)
- Egg: 1 large
- Vanilla extract: 5ml (0.17 fl oz)
- Ground cinnamon: 15g (0.53 oz)
- Butter for cooking
- For Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- Granulated sugar: 50g (1.76 oz)
- Ground cinnamon: 5g (0.18 oz)
Detailed Method of Preparation
- Make Pancake Batter: In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: Mix together cinnamon and sugar for the topping and set aside.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly butter it. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden.
- Cinnamon Dusting: Once cooked, immediately dust the pancakes with cinnamon sugar.
- Serve: Stack pancakes and serve warm with additional toppings if desired, like maple syrup or whipped cream.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay and ensure fluffy pancakes.
- Keep the cooked pancakes warm in an oven at a low temperature while making the rest.
- For a deeper flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the pancake batter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I make the batter ahead of time?
Yes, but it's best used within 24 hours.
Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes, but the texture will be denser.
How do I make these pancakes vegan?
Use plant-based milk, a flax egg, and vegan butter.
Can I freeze these pancakes?
Yes, they freeze well. Reheat in a toaster or oven.