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Spanish Churro-Inspired Pancakes

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  • Author: Nova
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Griddle
  • Cuisine: Spanish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious pancakes inspired by traditional Spanish churros, coated in cinnamon sugar.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar mixture
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, leaving some small lumps intact.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly coat with butter or oil.
  5. Pour approximately 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface.
  6. Flip pancakes carefully and cook for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Immediately sprinkle both sides of warm pancakes with cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Repeat cooking process with remaining batter, re-greasing skillet as necessary.
  9. Stack warm pancakes on serving plates and garnish with additional cinnamon sugar if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overmix the pancake batter for a tender texture.
  • Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar according to your taste preference.
  • Leftover batter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg