Imagine waking up to a delicious, golden-brown pancake that feeds the entire family without standing over a griddle flipping individual pancakes. These Apple Sheet Pan Pancakes are about to transform your breakfast game forever! With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this recipe combines the comforting warmth of traditional pancakes with the sweet, tender chunks of fresh apples, all baked to perfection in a single pan. Get ready to become the breakfast hero your family never knew they needed!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 apples, peeled and diced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature will help the pancakes cook quickly and evenly.
- Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by greasing it with a bit of cooking spray or brushing it with melted butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, and melted butter until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix, as this can make the pancakes tough.
- Fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the pancake batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the sheet pan from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Cut the pancake into squares or rectangles and serve warm, optionally topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or additional diced apples.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth batter mixing and even cooking.
- Don't overmix the batter - a few small lumps are perfectly fine and will help keep the pancakes tender.
- Choose firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to the batter or topping the pancakes with a dash of nutmeg.
- Check doneness with a toothpick - it should come out clean when the pancakes are fully cooked.
- Let the sheet pan rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the pancakes to set and become easier to cut.
- For a crispy edge, spread the batter as thinly and evenly as possible on the sheet pan.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 95mg
