Apple Pancake Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food: a magnificent oven-baked apple pancake! This recipe, adapted from a special oven pancake pan, creates a light and fluffy pancake brimming with cinnamon-sugar apples. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special occasion, this relatively low-sugar recipe is even diabetic-friendly. Enjoy it warm with your favorite toppings – sour cream, whipped cream, honey, or maple syrup – the possibilities are endless! While a 30-minute batter rest is recommended for optimal results, we've included options for busy mornings too!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 504.7 kcal
Protein 29g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Pancake

  • Butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Sugar
  • Salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Nutmeg
  • Cinnamon
  • Apple

How to Make Apple Pancake

  1. In a blender, combine 2 large eggs, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar, a pinch of salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 cup milk. Blend until completely smooth.
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter. Add the melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg to the blender. Blend until well combined.
  3. Let the batter rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes (or prepare the night before and refrigerate; bring to room temperature before baking).
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in your oven pancake pan or skillet.
  5. Tilt the pan to coat the sides with the melted butter.
  6. In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg.
  7. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the melted butter in the pan.
  8. Arrange thinly sliced apples (about 2 medium apples) evenly over the cinnamon-sugar.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the apples.
  10. Bake for 5 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly.
  11. Gently pour the batter over the apples.
  12. Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and continue baking for 10 more minutes, or until the pancake is golden brown and cooked through.
  13. Let cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite toppings.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

107g

Fat

64g

Carbs

18g