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Churro Pancakes

Irresistible Churro Pancakes with Sweet Cinnamon Crunch

These Churro Pancakes combine the comforting warmth of breakfast with dessert delight, each bite coated in crunchy cinnamon sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be exchanged with gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar use brown sugar for deeper taste
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon adjust to taste for a stronger kick
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness for best results
  • 1 pinch salt enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup buttermilk substitute with any milk
  • 1 large egg use flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil melted coconut oil or butter can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or use vanilla paste
For Coating & Topping
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter optional, for adherence
  • 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar make your own or buy pre-mixed
  • 1 cup chocolate sauce or condensed milk can substitute with fresh fruit or whipped cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Nonstick skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, combine the wet ingredients: buttermilk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until incorporated. Do not overmix.
  4. Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease it.
  5. Pour scant ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set; flip and cook until golden.
  6. Mix sugar and cinnamon for coating. Brush pancakes with melted butter and dredge in cinnamon sugar.
  7. Serve warm with toppings like chocolate sauce or condensed milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to stir the batter just until combined and use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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