Pan-Seared Pancakes with Seasonal Fruit Compote

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Fluffy pan-seared pancakes topped with a vibrant, homemade seasonal fruit compote offer a perfect sweet brunch treat. This American-inspired brunch recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly combined.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 1 large egg with 3/4 cup milk and 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix to keep pancakes fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake and cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup mixed seasonal berries, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and form a thick compote.
  6. Step 6: Serve pancakes stacked with warm fruit compote spooned generously over the top.

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