Apple Cinnamon Pancakes with Greek Yogurt

Apple Cinnamon Pancakes are made with your common pantry ingredients and are fluffy, satisfying and perfect for Fall.

They’re also made with FAGE’s Best Self Plain Lactose Free low-fat Greek yogurt for a protein boost!

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Apple Cinnamon Pancakes are fluffy, thick, and topped with the most delicious sautéed apples. They are the perfect Fall pancake!

Plus, who can turn down pancakes? I understand if you’re not into the thick pancake thing, check out my best ever buttermilk pancake recipe – it’s a classic recipe to have on hand for weekend brunching! My pumpkin chocolate chip pancakes and lemon blueberry pancakes are also delicious if you’re looking for even more pancake variety!

These Apple Pancakes Are…

• Cooked until golden brown perfection
• A great use of any Granny Smith or Pink lady apples you have
• Easy to whip up
• Freezer friendly
• Light and fluffy
• Made with low-fat lactose free Greek yogurt
• The only apple pancakes recipe you’ll need this Fall!

Ingredients you will need

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Wet ingredients

• Low-fat FAGE BestSelf Plain Greek yogurt
• Eggs
• Vanilla
• Milk
• Melted butter

Garnish ideas: sautéed apples, maple syrup, peanut butter, powdered sugar, etc.

The FAGE low-fat Greek yogurt has a perfect balance of rich flavor and a creamy texture but without any lactose.

It’s a perfect option for those in need of a lactose free yogurt and I love folding it into my recipes, enjoying as a snack or using in my smoothies.

I am using the FAGE plain lactose-free Greek yogurt in this recipe, but they also have other lactose-free flavors like vanilla, peach, strawberry, and blueberry!

Step by Step Directions

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1. Mix together the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Separate the egg yolk and egg whites.
3. In a medium bowl whisk the egg yolks, yogurt, vanilla, milk and butter.
4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
5. Beat the egg whites using a hand mixer until soft peaks form.
6. Fold the egg whites into the batter.
7. Cook the pancakes
8. Make the sautéed apples, pour over top of pancakes.

Tips for making apple pancakes

• Don’t over mix the batter: When mixing the liquid ingredients into the dry, mix just until the ingredients are incorporated. Don’t over do it. Over mixing can result in a tough and chewy pancake instead of a light, tender one.
• Some lumps are OK – they magically disappear when they apple cinnamon pancakes cook on the griddle.
• Use the right pan: Use your favorite griddle. We love this one. It fits enough for four small pancakes.
• Any heavy skillet with low sides or a griddle that covers two burners works well.
• Beat the egg whites and fold them in last: Beating the egg whites and folding them in gives them the noticeable puff and bounce to the pancakes we love!
• Keep your pan at the right temperature: I call it the Goldilocks method. The pan cannot be too hot and the heat also can’t be too low. I let the pan heat on medium heat and let it get hot for about 1-2 minutes. Then test out the pan with a little bit of water or a small pad of butter to see if it’s hot enough.
• Lightly grease the pan with butter or canola oil so it coats the pan and scoop the batter onto the pan right after so the butter or oil doesn’t burn. Reapply as needed in between batches.

How to freeze apple pancakes

• I love doing this for busy mornings when you want pancakes, but don’t have the time to whip them up!
• Place your apple cinnamon pancakes on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until fully frozen.
• Once the pancakes are completely frozen, you can remove them from the baking sheet and place them inside your freezer-safe bag or container.
• When you are ready to enjoy, place in your toaster or in the microwave!

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