Spanish Churro-Inspired Pancakes (Print Version)

Light and fluffy pancakes with crispy golden edges, coated in sweet cinnamon sugar for a delightful Spanish-inspired breakfast treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup milk
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Topping

09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar mixed with 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
03 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are acceptable.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
06 - Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set.
07 - Flip pancakes and cook for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
08 - Remove pancakes from skillet and immediately sprinkle each side with cinnamon sugar while still warm.
09 - Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed between batches.
10 - Serve pancakes warm, stacked and dusted with additional cinnamon sugar if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Irresistible Texture: Enjoy the contrast between a fluffy pancake center and crispy, churro-like edges.
  • Quick and Easy: A simple recipe that takes only 30 minutes from start to finish.
  • Cinnamon Delight: A generous dusting of cinnamon sugar provides that classic, comforting churro flavor.
02 -
  • Timing is Everything: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar immediately after removing the pancakes from the heat so it sticks to the surface.
  • Temperature Control: Use medium heat to ensure the edges get crispy without burning the sugar.
  • Allergen Safety: This recipe contains wheat, egg, and dairy; always double-check your ingredient labels.
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