Apple Pancakes

Instructions

1. Prepare the Apples

   • Peel the apples.

   • Remove the cores from the apples.

   • Slice the prepared apples crosswise into rings that are about 5 mm thick.

   • Set the apple rings aside.

2. Make the Pancake Batter

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients:

     • Flour

     • Sugar

     • Baking powder

     • Cinnamon

     • Salt

   • In a separate, smaller bowl, beat the egg.

   • Stir the milk and vanilla extract into the beaten egg.

   • Pour the wet ingredient mixture (egg, milk, vanilla) into the bowl containing the dry ingredients.

   • Whisk everything together until the batter is smooth and just combined (do not overmix).

3. Heat the Oil

   • In a large pan or skillet, heat approximately 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Wait for the oil to shimmer slightly.

4. Dip and Fry Apple Rings

   • Take one prepared apple slice (ring) and dip it into the pancake batter, ensuring it is fully coated on all sides. Let any excess batter drip off briefly.

   • Carefully place the batter-coated apple ring into the hot oil in the pan.

   • Repeat with a few more apple slices, being careful not to overcrowd the pan (fry in batches if necessary).

   • Fry the apple rings until they are golden brown, which should take about 2-3 min per side.

   • Turn the rings occasionally with tongs or a spatula for even cooking.

5. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar (Optional)

   • If desired, have a shallow dish ready with a sugar-cinnamon mixture.

   • As soon as the apple ring pancakes are cooked and removed from the pan, immediately place them into the sugar-cinnamon mixture.

   • Turn the hot pancakes to coat both sides evenly with the mixture.

   • Transfer the finished apple rings to a serving plate. Serve warm.