These baby-friendly apple pancakes are so fluffy and flavorful that your kids are going to love them. Serve them for breakfast with a drizzle of maple syrup, or enjoy them plain with some fresh fruit on the side. Enjoy!
These baby-friendly apple pancakes are perfect for the fall season. They turn out so fluffy, with a warm, spiced flavor from the cinnamon and grated apple. We love having them for breakfast with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. For babies under 12 months, you can serve them plain, with some yogurt and fruit on the side for extra protein and a balanced start to the day.
If you are looking for more breakfast ideas, take a look at my blueberry oat pancakes or my pumpkin spiced waffles.
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👩🏻🍳 Why you should try my recipe
- Without any processed sugar added.
- Suitable for babies, toddlers and older kids.
- Easy to prepare and ready in less than 30 minutes.
- Great for breakfast, as a snack or a special treat.
🥘 Ingredients
To make these fluffy apple pancakes, we are going to need all-purpose flour, baking powder, eggs, butter, milk, ground cinnamon and one apple.
- Flour: I’m using all-purpose flour and baking powder as a rising agent.
- Apple: To get that apple flavor, I like to use one semi-sweet apple like Gala, Pink Lady or Honeycrisp.
For full quantities and to print the recipe, see the recipe card below.
🔪 Step-by-step Instructions
So get your ingredients ready and let's get started!
01. I start by grating the apple in a big bowl. I like to peel it whilst whole and then grate it until I reach the middle part.
02. Then I add the wet ingredients to the bowl: egg, milk and melted butter. Using a whisk, I mix everything together until well combined.
03. Finally, I add the dry ingredients, the flour, baking powder and cinnamon. I give it a whisk until the flour is incorporated.
04. Once the pan is heated, I add a little oil or butter and place a scoop of batter onto the pan. I usually use about a quarter cup per pancake, but you can make them smaller if you want them to be easier for little ones to hold.
🍽 Serving suggestions
These fluffy apple pancakes are best enjoyed warm. For older kids and adults, you can drizzle a little maple syrup or honey on top, add some chopped nuts, and finish with a dash of cinnamon.
For younger kids and babies, try serving them with yogurt mixed with applesauce, a bit of grated apple, or some berries for a naturally sweet and nutritious pairing.
🧰 Storage
If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within 1–2 days. You can reheat them in a pan or microwave for a few seconds until warm.
They also freeze beautifully for up to 2 months. Just let them cool completely, then place a few in a freezer-safe bag with parchment paper between each layer, and pop them in the freezer.
❓ FAQ
Yes, you could use whole-wheat flour and add a quarter cup of milk on top of what the recipe asks.
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📋 Recipe
Fluffy Apple Pancakes (no sugar)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (195gr)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 apple
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Peel the apple and grate it. Add it to a bowl.
- Add the egg, milk and melted butter. Mix to combine.
- Add the flour, baking powder and cinnamon. Mix to combine.
- Place a pan over medium heat. When heated, add a quarter cup of batter.
- Wait until you see bubbles, for 1–2 minutes. Then flip and cook on the other side for another minute.
- Continue until you've used all the batter.
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Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
- Freezable for up to 2 months.
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🥣 More to try
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Julia Droulia
My kids love these apple pancakes! They are fluffy and just sweet enough to have plain or with some toppings.