Description
Delight in these fluffy Churro Pancakes combining the comforting flavors of cinnamon sugar with a buttery pancake base. Topped with a classic cinnamon-sugar coating, these pancakes offer a sweet twist reminiscent of the popular churro treat, perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp packed brown sugar
- 1½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Butter for spreading on cooked pancakes
Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep Sugar Mix: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon. Mix thoroughly, then pour the mixture onto a flat plate. Gently shake the plate to evenly spread the cinnamon-sugar blend. Set aside for coating your pancakes later.
- Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and baking soda until combined. Add milk and whisk until smooth. Then incorporate egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep pancakes tender. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes while heating your skillet.
- Cook Pancakes: Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, pour approximately ⅓ cup batter (about two large spoonfuls) onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on top and edges turn golden. Flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and pancakes are cooked through.
- Apply Churro Coating: Transfer each cooked pancake to a plate. Spread a thin layer of butter on top, then press the buttered side into the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture on the plate, ensuring a good coating. Repeat with remaining pancakes.
- Serve: Enjoy these churro pancakes warm, either plain or topped with delights like Nutella drizzle, warm maple syrup, or fresh fruit for an extra indulgence.
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Notes
- If you run out of cinnamon sugar, simply make a fresh batch maintaining the 4:1 sugar-to-cinnamon ratio.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough pancakes; some lumps are fine.
- Use medium-low heat to ensure pancakes cook fully without burning.
- Butter helps the cinnamon sugar stick nicely and adds flavor, don’t skip it for the coating.
- Variations can include adding Nutella, syrup, or fruit toppings as desired.
Keywords: churro pancakes, cinnamon sugar pancakes, breakfast pancakes, sweet pancakes, cinnamon pancakes