German Mini Apple Pancakes

Delight in the cozy flavors of fall with these German Mini Apple Pancakes—perfectly golden, fluffy, and packed with flavor. These bite-sized pancakes feature a cinnamon-spiced apple slice nestled into each pancake, creating the perfect harmony between sweet, tender fruit and buttery batter. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and a touch of vanilla, these pancakes are easy to whip up for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The recipe comes together in under 40 minutes and serves 6, making it an ideal option for gatherings or indulgent mornings. Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. German-inspired and kid-friendly, these little pancakes are sure to become your new go-to for a crowd-pleasing breakfast!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 120 grams All-purpose flour
• 25 grams Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 240 milliliters Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 medium Apples (firm, peeled, and thinly sliced)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0 optional Powdered sugar (for garnish)
• 0 as needed Vegetable oil or butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth batter forms. Set aside to let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.

Step 4

While the batter rests, peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Toss the apple slices with ground cinnamon for a hint of spice.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet or a pancake pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a small amount of vegetable oil or butter.

Step 6

For each pancake, pour about 3 tablespoons of batter onto the pan and immediately place 2-3 thin apple slices on top. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom side is golden and the edges start to set.

Step 7

Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining batter and apple slices, greasing the pan as needed between batches.

Step 9

Serve the mini apple pancakes warm, stacked on a plate. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	917.4 grams (917.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1395

Total Fat 56.40g	72%
Saturated Fat 24.60g	123%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 464mg	155%
Sodium 1424mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 191.30g	70%
Dietary Fiber 8.70g	31%
Total Sugars 84.50g
Protein 34.40g	69%

Vitamin D 191IU	955%
Calcium 418mg	32%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1048mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.0%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 54.3%