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Apple Cider Pancakes

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Updated: 7/18/2025
Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com
Fluffy apple cider pancakes make a fall weekend just that much better. Last weekend, we went apple picking, with the colors of fall in full effect. It’s already a bit late in the season to be picking apples, but there were still plenty of fruit ripe for the picking and plenty of fresh apple cider. This recipe barely made a dent into the bounty that we brought home, but it was the perfect breakfast to have on Sunday morning. DSC_0002 DSC_0009 DSC_0019 DSC_0114 DSC_0042 And what would an apple picking excursion be like without munching on one while searching for the perfect ones to bring home? DSC_0028 I forgot to mention that I am generally the worst at following pancake recipes. So in the interest of self-improvement, I got the assignment of making them the next day. I did one batch, and after a bunch of remarks from the peanut gallery and another go with some adjustments, I think I got it just right. Follow the directions carefully (i.e. be better than me), and you’ll have apple cider pancakes that won’t disappoint!

Apple Cider Pancakes: Recipe Instructions

DSC_0097 In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla, cider, grated apple, milk and egg. All of these ingredients should be at room temperature. Pour into the dry ingredients and fold gently until smooth.  Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com Fold in the melted butter and let the batter stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.  Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com Heat a lightly buttered griddle over medium to medium high heat. Pour 1/4 cup of the batter onto the griddle for each pancake, and let cook until bubbles form and the bottom is browned. Flip the pancakes and continue to cook until brown on the underside, and the pancake springs back when pressed with a finger. Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com Serve with warm maple syrup, butter, and nuts, if using. A little extra cinnamon doesn’t hurt either! Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com Apple Cider Pancakes, by thewoksoflife.com

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Apple cider pancakes with butter and walnuts
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Apple Cider Pancakes

Fluffy apple cider pancakes make a fall weekend that much better. Lots of ripe apples for the picking and plenty of fresh cider for apple cider pancakes.
by: Bill
Serves: 4 servings
Prep: 40 minutes mins
Cook: 20 minutes mins
Total: 1 hour hr

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/4 cup grated apple
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • maple syrup and butter for serving
  • toasted pecans and walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla, cider, grated apple, milk and egg. All of these ingredients should be at room temperature. Pour into the dry ingredients and fold gently until smooth. Fold in the melted butter and let the batter stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Heat a lightly buttered griddle over medium to medium high heat. Pour 1/4 cup of the batter onto the griddle for each pancake, and let cook until bubbles form and the bottom is browned. Flip the pancakes and continue to cook until brown on the underside, and the pancake springs back when pressed with a finger.
  • Serve with warm maple syrup, butter, and nuts, if using.

Tips & Notes:

Nutrition info is for pancakes only, without syrup or additional toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 305kcal (15%) Carbohydrates: 44g (15%) Protein: 7g (14%) Fat: 11g (17%) Saturated Fat: 6g (30%) Cholesterol: 67mg (22%) Sodium: 618mg (26%) Potassium: 590mg (17%) Fiber: 2g (8%) Sugar: 5g (6%) Vitamin A: 370IU (7%) Vitamin C: 0.7mg (1%) Calcium: 250mg (25%) Iron: 2.7mg (15%)
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Bill is the dad of The Woks of Life family. He grew up in upstate New York, working through high school and college in restaurants with his father, a chef. Rose from modest beginnings as a Burger King sandwich assembler to Holiday Inn busboy and line cook, to cooking at the family’s Chinese restaurant, while also learning the finer points of Cantonese cooking from his immigrant parents. Specializes in all things traditional Cantonese and American Chinese takeout.
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