Fluffy pancakes coated in crispy cinnamon sugar, inspired by classic Spanish churros. Serve with rich chocolate sauce or dulce de leche for an unforgettable breakfast or brunch.
1½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1¼ cups milk
1 large egg
3 tbsp melted butter (plus more for cooking & brushing)
1½ tsp vanilla extract
For the cinnamon sugar coating:
½ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Optional for serving:
Chocolate sauce, dulce de leche, whipped cream, berries
Mix cinnamon sugar in a shallow bowl and set aside.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, butter, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
Heat a skillet with butter. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake and cook until golden on both sides.
Brush warm pancakes with melted butter and coat both sides with cinnamon sugar.
Serve stacked with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche.