Apple Cider Pancakes With Maple Butter Recipe
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup apple cider (fresh, unfiltered is best)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Maple Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Maple Butter – In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy whisk to beat the mixture until it is smooth, light, and fluffy. Set this aside at room temperature so it remains spreadable.
- Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Make sure there are no large clumps of flour to ensure a smooth batter later on.
- Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients – In a medium bowl, whisk the egg until light. Pour in the apple cider, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until everything is fully incorporated.
- Step 4: Create the Batter – Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix; a few small lumps are perfectly fine and help keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Step 5: Heat the Griddle – Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with a little butter or cooking spray. To test if it is ready, drop a tiny bit of water on the surface; if it sizzles, you are ready to cook.
- Step 6: Cook the Pancakes – Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown, another 1 to 2 minutes.