Apple-Pecan Pancakes

A Fall favorite

Ingredients

  • 2 c. all-purpose unbleached white flour
  • 1 c. white sugar
  • 2 t. baking powder
  • 1 t. baking soda
  • 1 t. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 t. salt
  • 1/2 t. ground ginger
  • 1/2 t. ground mace
  • 1/2 t. ground cloves
  • 2 eggs
  • 1-3/4 c. low-fat buttermilk
  • 3 Tbls. canola oil
  • 1-3/4 c. shredded peeled granny smith apples
  • 1/2 c. chopped pecans
  • whipped cream, optional

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients.

In another bowl, combine the eggs, buttermilk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until blended.

Stir in apples and pecans.

Pour batter by 1/4 cupful's onto a greased griddle over medium-low heat. Turn when bubbles form on top; cook until second side is golden brown.

Serve with syrup and whipped cream (if desired)

NOTE: If batter gets too thin because of the juice from the apples, add a little flour to thicken to your desired consistency.