Nothing says fall quite like the aroma of apples and warm spices filling the kitchen. 🍎 As the weather cools and the leaves begin to change, it’s the perfect time to enjoy cozy breakfasts that celebrate the flavors of the season. These Apple Cider Pancakes topped with a sweet, cinnamon-spiced apple topping are a true homage to autumn. They’re fluffy, flavorful, and bring together two of fall’s greatest flavors—apples and apple cider.
At Huckleberry Farms, we love using farm-fresh eggs to create wholesome, delicious recipes that the whole family can enjoy. Whether you’re serving up these pancakes on a slow weekend morning or for a festive fall brunch, they’re sure to be a hit! Ready to bring the taste of fall to your table? Let’s get cooking! 🍂
Apple Topping
- 3 large apples, diced into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Apple Cider Pancakes
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (Spoon & Sweep method*)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 Huckleberry Farms eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
*Spoon & Sweep method: Use a spoon to fill measuring cup with flour until required amount is obtained. Scooping measuring cup directly into flour bag will firmly pack flour resulting in too much flour required for recipe.
Directions:
Apple Topping:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add diced apples and stir until they start to soften.
- Mix in brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir until sugar dissolves and forms a syrup (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and set aside.
Apple Cider Pancakes:
- Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, apple pie spice, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, apple cider, vanilla extract, and oil.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Spray the griddle or pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Scoop 1/4 cup of batter and pour it onto the hot griddle or pan.
- Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then carefully flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Spoon the apple topping over the pancakes and serve.
These Apple Cider Pancakes are more than just breakfast—they’re a celebration of fall’s rich flavors and the joy of cooking with simple, fresh ingredients. The apple topping adds the perfect touch of sweetness, and the hint of cinnamon and apple cider in the batter makes every bite feel like a warm, cozy hug. Whether you’re using farm-fresh eggs from Huckleberry Farms or just looking for a new fall favorite, this recipe is bound to become a seasonal staple.
What’s your favorite fall breakfast? Be sure to try these pancakes and share your thoughts in the comments below! Happy cooking! 🍏🥞
Enjoying this recipe? Find more like it in the Huckleberry Homestead Cookbook—available now!
