Franconian Apple Pancakes

Franconian Apple Pancakes are a delicious and traditional dish from the Franconian region of Germany. These pancakes are filled with sweet and tart apples, making them a perfect breakfast or dessert option.

Franconian Apple Pancakes

Ingredients

  • 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Dip apple slices into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and place them in the skillet.
  4. Cook until the pancakes are golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Repeat with the remaining apple slices and batter, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
  6. Sprinkle the pancakes with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
5g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large bowl Whisk Skillet Spatula

Tools

Knife Peeler Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Franconian Apple Pancakes with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of maple syrup for a delightful treat.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of lemon zest to the batter for a refreshing twist.

Cost

$8