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Irresistible Spanish Churro Pancakes

Spanish Churro Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes inspired by Spanish churros, coated with cinnamon sugar for a sweet, crispy finish perfect for a delightful breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, vegetarian
Cuisine spanish
Servings 4 people
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 non-stick skillet
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl until well combined.
  • In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until uniform.
  • Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined without overmixing.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
  • Ladle 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake, spacing them evenly.
  • Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  • Remove pancakes from skillet and immediately sprinkle cinnamon sugar on each while warm.
  • Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed.
  • Arrange pancakes on a platter and serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not overmix to keep pancakes fluffy.
  • Adjust cinnamon sugar amount to taste.
  • Best served warm for optimal texture.