Description

These Churro Pancakes combine the fluffy texture of classic pancakes with the irresistible flavor of cinnamon-sugar coating inspired by churros. Served with melted chocolate for dipping, this sweet breakfast treat offers a fun twist that melts in your mouth with every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup sour cream
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)

Coating and Toppings

1 cup cinnamon-sugar (for tossing pancakes)
1/2 cup melted chocolate (for serving)

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, light brown sugar, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the whole milk and sour cream together. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pure vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until just combined, making sure not to overmix to keep the pancakes tender.
Cook Pancakes: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once the butter is foamy, reduce the heat to medium-low. Ladle the pancake batter into the skillet to form pancakes. Cook each pancake until bubbles form on the surface and the bottom is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for another 3 minutes until golden.
Coat Pancakes: Immediately after cooking, toss the warm pancakes in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat them evenly, mimicking the classic churro texture and flavor.
Serve: Repeat the cooking and coating process with the remaining batter. Serve the warm churro pancakes immediately alongside melted chocolate for dipping to enhance the indulgent churro-inspired experience.

Notes

Use a nonstick skillet for best results and easy flipping.
Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy and tender.
For extra richness, use full-fat sour cream and whole milk.
The cinnamon-sugar coating should be applied while the pancakes are still warm so it sticks well.
You can substitute melted chocolate with maple syrup or dulce de leche for different flavor pairings.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: churro pancakes, cinnamon sugar pancakes, breakfast pancakes, sweet pancakes, cinnamon pancakes, chocolate dipping sauce