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Spanish Churro Pancakes

Spanish Churro Pancakes: Fluffy, Sweet Breakfast Bliss

Spanish Churro Pancakes are fluffy delights merging classic pancakes with the sweetness of churros for an indulgent breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Adjust to personal sweetness preference.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure it’s fresh for the best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Increase for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 cup milk Use dairy or non-dairy alternatives.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Melt before adding.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Substitute with almond extract for a twist.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon additional butter or oil Essential for cooking.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar topping A mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine dry ingredients by whisking together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  2. Mix wet ingredients in a separate bowl, whisking milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; it's okay if there are lumps.
  4. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with butter or oil.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear.
  6. Flip pancakes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Mix sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
  8. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on pancakes while they are warm.
  9. Serve warm with toppings of choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter to ensure fluffiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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