Ingredients
Pancake Batter
- 1¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp packed brown sugar
- 1½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Butter for spreading on pancakes
Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep Sugar Mix: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon. Mix well and pour onto a plate. Gently shake the plate to evenly spread the sugar mixture and set aside. If more is needed, prepare another batch using the same 4:1 sugar-to-cinnamon ratio.
- Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and baking soda until combined. Add the milk and whisk until smooth. Then add the egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes while heating the skillet.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, pour about ⅓ cup (2 large spoonfuls) of batter onto the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on top and edges look golden. Flip and cook for 1-2 minutes until the other side is golden brown.
- Coat with Churro Sugar: Remove the pancake to a plate. Spread a thin layer of butter on top, then press the buttered side into the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture ensuring good coverage. Repeat this process with remaining batter.
- Serve: Enjoy the pancakes as they are or add toppings such as Nutella drizzle, warm maple syrup, or fresh fruit for extra flavor.
Notes
- If you run out of cinnamon-sugar mix, simply make another batch using a 4:1 sugar-to-cinnamon ratio.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain fluffy pancakes.
- The batter can rest for 5 minutes to allow baking soda to activate for better texture.
- Use medium-low heat to prevent burning while ensuring the pancakes cook through.
- Butter the pancakes right after cooking for better adherence of the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
