Description
Delight in these fluffy Churro Pancakes that combine the warm flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a buttery pancake base. Each pancake is coated with a cinnamon-sugar mixture for a sweet, crunchy finish reminiscent of the classic churro dessert. Perfect for a special breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 1¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 1½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Butter for spreading on 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 and mix thoroughly. Pour this mixture onto a plate and gently shake the plate to spread the sugar mixture evenly. Set aside for coating pancakes later.
- Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and baking soda until well combined. Add the milk and whisk again until the batter is fairly smooth. Next, add the egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes while heating the skillet.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, pour approximately ⅓ cup (two large spoonfuls) of batter onto the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges begin to turn golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown on the other side.
- Churro Coating: Transfer the cooked pancake to a plate. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side and press the buttered side onto the cinnamon-sugar mixture plate, ensuring a generous coating. Repeat with remaining batter and topping.
- Serve: Enjoy the churro pancakes warm with optional toppings such as Nutella drizzle, warm maple syrup, or fresh fruit for added flavor and variety.
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Notes
- If you run out of cinnamon sugar topping, you can quickly make more using a 4:1 sugar-to-cinnamon ratio.
- Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine to keep pancakes tender.
- Use medium-low heat to ensure pancakes cook gently without burning.
- Butter the pancakes while warm for best adherence of the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- These pancakes freeze well; reheat gently in a low oven or toaster.
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