Description
Wake up to the heavenly combination of two classics with these Apple Pie Pancakes — the perfect quick breakfast or weekend brunch idea that tastes like dessert. Soft, fluffy pancakes are loaded with tender spiced apples and stacked with a luscious cream cheese filling, then topped with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar. Whether you’re hunting for new breakfast ideas or easy recipes to impress guests, this dish delivers warmth, comfort, and bold flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 apple peeled, cored, and finely diced
4 ounces cream cheese softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Maple syrup warm
Powdered sugar for dusting
Apple slices and mint for garnish
Pat of butter for serving
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk thoroughly to blend evenly.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in the diced apple.
4. To make the cream filling, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Set aside or refrigerate.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form. Flip and cook 1–2 more minutes until golden.
6. Stack pancakes with a layer of cream filling in between. Top with a pat of butter, warm maple syrup, powdered sugar, and garnish as desired.
Notes
Letting the batter rest for 5–10 minutes before cooking helps create lighter, fluffier pancakes.
Dice the apples finely so they cook evenly within the batter.
Use medium heat to avoid burning the outside while ensuring the inside is fully cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: quick breakfast, easy pancakes, apple pie pancakes, fall breakfast, brunch ideas, comfort food