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Breakfast Bliss: Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes
Ever wonder if you can eat gourmet on a broke budget? Same. Here’s my hack: make the morning feel indulgent without breaking the bank. It’s possible with these delightful Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes that will satisfy your cravings without giving your wallet anxiety. Under $2/serving! Delicious and budget-friendly — that’s the dream!
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- Under $2/serving!
- Family-friendly and picky-eater approved
- Zero fancy kitchen gear needed
- Leftovers are even better the next day
- Easy to meal prep or double for later
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large apple, peeled and finely grated
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cooking spray or additional butter for frying
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Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the grated apple, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray or butter.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more cooking spray or butter as needed.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings like syrup, whipped cream, or extra apple slices.
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Keeping It Real
- This recipe is perfect for those weekends when you need a break from routine but also want to feel in control of your budget.
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- Many of us manage on tight budgets — these pancakes prove you don’t need to sacrifice quality for cost.
