Baked Apple Buckwheat Pancakes with Maple Cinnamon Syrup
Light and nutty buckwheat pancakes studded with tender baked apple chunks, served with a warm maple syrup infused with cinnamon. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 40 minutes layers buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup buckwheat flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 3 tbsp, melted and cooled unsalted butter
- 1 large (about 8 oz), peeled, cored, and diced into 1/4-inch pieces apple
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for syrup)
- 2 tbsp, for cooking vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread 1 large diced peeled apple evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until slightly softened and fragrant; set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup buckwheat flour, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs with 1 1/4 cups milk and 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter until combined.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the baked diced apples carefully.
- Step 5: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake and cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
- Step 6: Meanwhile, combine 1/2 cup pure maple syrup and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 7: Serve the warm buckwheat apple pancakes drizzled with the cinnamon maple syrup.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Apple Buckwheat Pancakes with Maple Cinnamon Syrup take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Baked Apple Buckwheat Pancakes with Maple Cinnamon Syrup?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Apple Buckwheat Pancakes with Maple Cinnamon Syrup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Apple Buckwheat Pancakes with Maple Cinnamon Syrup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Apple Buckwheat Pancakes with Maple Cinnamon Syrup?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
