Churro Pancakes with Cinnamon-Sugar and Melted Chocolate Recipe
Churro Pancakes are a delightful fusion of fluffy pancakes and the iconic flavors of churros. These golden pancakes are tossed in cinnamon sugar right after cooking and served with a rich, melted chocolate dip, making for a perfect indulgent breakfast or brunch treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup cinnamon-sugar (for coating)
- 1/2 cup melted chocolate (for serving)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, light brown sugar, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon until everything is evenly combined.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk and sour cream until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Then stir in the pure vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the pancakes tender.
- Cook Pancakes: Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is foamy, reduce the heat to medium-low. Ladle pancakes onto the skillet. Cook each pancake until bubbles start forming on the surface and the underside is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden, about another 3 minutes.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Immediately after cooking each pancake, toss it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to create the signature churro coating.
- Serve: Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter. Serve the churro pancakes warm alongside melted chocolate for dipping or drizzling, enhancing the churro flavor experience.
Notes
- Use whole milk for best flavor and texture, but you can substitute with 2% milk if needed.
- Make sure the skillet is nonstick to prevent the pancakes from sticking and ensure even cooking.
- The cinnamon-sugar coating is key to mimicking the churro taste, so don’t skip tossing the pancakes right after cooking.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor as pancakes can lose crispiness and warmth over time.
- For extra indulgence, add a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
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