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Gingerbread Apple Pancakes

Light and fluffy Gingerbread Apple Pancakes made with whole wheat flour, applesauce in place of oil and zero butter!  Top with warm spiced apples and drizzle with maple syrup!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 16

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups non-fat buttermilk
  • 3 Tbsp unsweetened applesauce

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, spices, baking soda and salt and make a well in the center of the flour mixture. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk and applesauce and add to the flour mixture, mixing until just combined. Batter will be slightly lumpy.
  • Heat a greased skillet over medium heat and spoon about 1/4 cup batter onto skillet. Cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side or until pancakes are golden brown. Flip over when surface is bubbly and edges are slightly dry.
  • Serve warm and garnish with fresh apple slices and a bit of pure maple syrup, enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 17.5g | Protein: 3.6g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 1.4g