James Madison’s Colonial Apple Pancakes

James Madison loved simple, hearty meals, and apples were a favorite colonial ingredient. These fluffy apple pancakes are a fun and delicious breakfast treat that kids can help make!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 egg

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (plus extra for cooking)

  • 1 small apple, peeled and grated

Instructions:

  1. Mix dry ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

  2. Mix wet ingredients – In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter until smooth.

  3. Combine – Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the grated apple.

  4. Heat the pan – Melt a little butter in a pan or griddle over medium heat.

  5. Cook the pancakes – Pour small amounts of batter onto the pan to make pancakes. Cook for about 2 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

  6. Serve & Enjoy! Stack the pancakes and serve with butter, maple syrup, or extra apple slices.

These apple pancakes bring a taste of Madison’s colonial Virginia to your breakfast table! 🍏🥞