Ingredients
- For the Pancakes:
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk - from a can blended prior to adding
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 cup tapioca flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder*
- 1 + 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- coconut oilto grease pan 1-2 tbsp or as needed
For the Apple Topping:
- 2 large apples - I used pink lady but any cooking apple will work - peeled and sliced or chopped
- 1-2 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch sea salt
Instructions
Make the apple topping first -
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In a large nonstick saucepan or skillet, melt 1 tbsp of the coconut oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the apples and stir to coat.
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Add the maple syrup and cook the apples over medium heat, stirring often to promote even browning.
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Lower the heat and add a bit more coconut oil to prevent over-browning. Cook over med or med-low heat until the apples are soft, and caramel colored. Stir in the water and cinnamon and cook over low heat until thickened, about 30 seconds, then remove from heat and set aside.
For the pancakes, in a large bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla until very smooth. Add in all the dry ingredients (a separate bowl isn't necessary) and whisk until a thick smooth batter forms.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat, then add coconut oil. Once the pan and oil are heated, pour the batter - about 1/4 cup at a time - to form pancakes and gently spread each one into a circular shape.
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Once the first side is golden and bubbles form on the surface, carefully flip each one. Cook the second side until golden brown, adjusting heat to prevent burning.
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Cook the pancakes in batches, adding a bit of coconut oil to the pan between batches. Top the pancakes with the apple mixture and serve warm.
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Enjoy! Makes 10-12 pancakes total.
Recipe Notes
*For a strictly paleo baking powder (corn free) mix 1 tsp baking soda with 2 tsp cream of tartar. For this recipe, you will need just 1/2 tsp total of this mixture.