Maple-Glazed Pancakes with Crispy Apple Slices
Fluffy pancakes drizzled with warm maple syrup and topped with golden apple slices for a playful breakfast that feels like a treat. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 30 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt 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 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp, melted butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 medium, thinly sliced apple
- 1 tbsp butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 1 large egg and 1 1/2 cups milk until smooth. Stir in 2 tbsp melted butter.
- Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (do not overmix).
- Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp butter. When melted, add 1 medium thinly sliced apple and cook for 3 minutes until golden on one side, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Step 5: Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake into the skillet (using a 1/4 cup measuring cup) and cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Step 6: Drizzle each cooked pancake with 1/4 cup maple syrup and top with the cooked apple slices.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Pancakes with Crispy Apple Slices take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Maple-Glazed Pancakes with Crispy Apple Slices?
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 Maple-Glazed Pancakes with Crispy Apple Slices?
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 Maple-Glazed Pancakes with Crispy Apple Slices 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 Maple-Glazed Pancakes with Crispy Apple Slices?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
These pancakes are the perfect weekend breakfast! The maple glaze is rich and the apples add a wonderful crunch.
- ★★★★★
My family loved these! The recipe is easy and the flavor combination is amazing.
- ★★★★☆
The maple glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the pancakes were fluffy.
