Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup (120 g) all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup (255 g) unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-3 tablespoons water, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently to combine, adding 1 to 3 tablespoons of water as needed to achieve a thick but pourable batter consistency. Be careful not to overmix.
- Heat the Pan: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil if desired to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour ¼ cup portions of batter onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Remove pancakes from the skillet and serve immediately with your choice of toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or extra applesauce.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of water to get the batter consistency you prefer; thicker batter will make thicker pancakes.
- Use unsweetened applesauce to control sugar levels, but sweetened applesauce can be used for extra sweetness.
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or raisins to the batter.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
