Description

If you’re searching for a creative, indulgent breakfast that combines the fluffy comfort of pancakes with the irresistible cinnamon sugar crunch of churros, these Churro Pancakes are your perfect morning solution.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Pancakes:

1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

3 tbsp granulated sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1 ¼ cups (300ml) milk

1 large egg

3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for cooking)

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

2 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Chocolate Sauce:

100g dark chocolate, chopped

½ cup (120ml) heavy cream

1 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tbsp light brown sugar (optional for sweetness)

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.

Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir well.

Make the batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently mix until just combined—don’t overmix; some lumps are okay.

Prepare cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon for sprinkling.

Heat the pan: Warm a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.

Cook pancakes: Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto the pan. Immediately sprinkle the cinnamon sugar generously on the uncooked side.

Flip carefully: When bubbles form on the surface and edges look set (about 2-3 minutes), flip pancakes gently. Sprinkle more cinnamon sugar on the cooked side. Cook another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Keep warm: Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm while cooking the rest.

Notes

Use fresh baking powder for maximum rise and fluffiness. Don’t overmix the batter; this keeps pancakes tender rather than dense. Grease your pan lightly each time to avoid sticking but not too much to prevent browning. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar immediately after pouring batter so it adheres well.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 20
Category: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 30g
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 7g

Keywords: Churro Pancakes