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Delicious Spanish churro-inspired pancakes dusted with cinnamon sugar

Spanish Churro-Inspired Pancakes

Delight your taste buds with fluffy pancakes inspired by traditional churros, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar for a festive breakfast treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American, Spanish
Servings 4 pancakes
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping

  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar for sprinkling on top

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Cooking

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  • Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  • Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  • Remove from skillet and immediately sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  • Repeat with remaining batter. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Flavor enhancement: Add chocolate chips or nuts for an extra crunch. Customize by swapping whole wheat flour for a healthier alternative.
Keyword Breakfast Recipes, Churro Pancakes, Churros, fluffy pancakes, Pancakes