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Spanish Churro-Inspired Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes inspired by the delicious taste of churros, sprinkled with sweet cinnamon sugar.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until everything is evenly mixed.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  4. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, lightly greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
  5. For each pancake, pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet.
  6. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip the pancakes and cook until golden brown on the other side.
  7. Remove from the skillet and immediately sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  8. Repeat with the remaining batter, and serve warm.

Notes

To substitute for dairy or eggs, use almond milk or flaxseed mixed with water.