Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (187g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Baking powder: 2 1/2 teaspoons (12g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Milk: 1 1/2 cups (360ml)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Melted unsalted butter: 1/4 cup (57g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Cinnamon sugar: 1 tablespoon granulated sugar + 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Chopped walnuts: 1/2 cup (60g) (optional)
- Sliced bananas: 1 banana (optional)
- Blueberries: 1/2 cup (60g) (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or oven-safe skillet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared skillet and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Top with chopped walnuts, sliced bananas, or blueberries, if desired. Serve immediately with maple syrup, butter, or fruit compote.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the pancake):
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 9g
Dish Characteristics:
- Fluffy and tender interior
- Crispy and golden brown exterior
- Infused with the warm flavors of cinnamon and vanilla
- Versatile - can be customized with various toppings
- Perfect for a special breakfast or brunch
User Comments:
- "This pancake is an absolute delight! The cinnamon sugar topping adds the perfect touch of sweetness."
- "I added sliced bananas and blueberries to mine - it was a delicious and satisfying breakfast."
- "The pancake bakes evenly in the skillet, resulting in a perfectly cooked interior."
- "It's so easy to make, even a novice baker can impress their guests with this dish."
- "I love that I can find all the ingredients at my local supermarket."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a tough pancake.
- If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, you can use another oven-safe skillet or baking dish. Just make sure it's well-greased to prevent sticking.
- For a sweeter pancake, add an extra tablespoon of sugar to the batter.
- To make a vegan version, substitute plant-based milk, butter, and eggs.
