Yogurt Pancakes with Orange Syrup
Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins
Description:
As a long-time lover of all things orange, this recipe combines the tangy, creamy goodness of yogurt with a zesty homemade orange syrup. Whether you’re making a special breakfast or just craving something delightful, these pancakes are sure to satisfy. The batter can also be prepared the night before and stored in the refrigerator for an even quicker breakfast. Perfect for those busy mornings when you want to treat yourself to something homemade yet easy!
Ingredients
For the Pancakes:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Flour | 1 cup |
Salt | 1/4 tsp |
Sugar | 1 tbsp |
Baking Powder | 1 tsp |
Milk | 1 cup |
Egg | 1 large |
Plain Yogurt | 2 tbsp |
Butter | 2 tbsp (melted) |
For the Orange Syrup:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Sugar | 1/3 cup |
Butter | 1/2 tbsp |
Orange Juice | 1/2 cup |
Zest of 1 Orange | 1 tbsp |
Instructions
For the Pancakes:
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Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. This helps ensure an even distribution of the dry ingredients before adding the wet ones.
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Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the milk and egg together until fully combined. Stir in the yogurt and melted butter, making sure all the ingredients are well incorporated.
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Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the pancakes tough.
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Cook the Pancakes: Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Once the surface is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until small bubbles appear on the surface, then flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown on both sides.
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Serve: Keep the pancakes warm in the oven while you prepare the orange syrup. Stack the pancakes on a plate, ready to be drizzled with the sweet, citrusy syrup.
For the Orange Syrup:
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Mix the Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, orange juice, and orange zest.
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Heat the Syrup: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it boil for 2-3 minutes until the syrup thickens slightly.
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Serve: Once the syrup has thickened, pour it hot over the pancakes. The combination of the warm syrup and the soft, fluffy pancakes will create the ultimate breakfast treat.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 675.2 kcal
- Fat Content: 32.9g
- Saturated Fat: 20.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 138.7mg
- Sodium Content: 674.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 90.2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 62.5g
- Protein Content: 7.9g
Tips for the Perfect Pancakes:
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the pancake batter the night before and store it in the refrigerator. This will save you time in the morning and allow the flavors to meld together even more.
- Consistency: If the batter seems too thick after refrigerating, simply add a bit more milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Customizing: Feel free to add mix-ins like blueberries or chocolate chips into the batter before cooking for extra flavor.
Enjoy your morning with these fluffy, yogurt pancakes and a refreshing burst of orange syrup!