Warm Spiced Apple Buckwheat Pancakes

Buckwheat pancakes are a hearty staple of American breakfast tables, prized for their earthy flavor. Here cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg warm the batter, finished with pure maple syrup straight from the skillet.

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 20 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 410 cal
• 12g protein
• 58g carbs
• 16g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 cup buckwheat flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, plus more for serving
• 2 medium crisp apples, peeled and finely diced
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/3 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
• optional plain yogurt or whipped cream for serving

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl whisk together the buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
2. 2In a separate bowl beat the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and maple syrup until smooth.
3. 3Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until a thick batter forms; a few small lumps are fine—do not overmix.
4. 4Toss the finely diced apples with the lemon juice, then fold most of them into the batter, reserving a handful for garnish.
5. 5Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat (about 350°F surface temperature) and brush lightly with butter.
6. 6Scoop batter per pancake onto the hot surface, spacing them apart; cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on top and the edges look set and lightly golden.
7. 7Flip carefully and cook another 1 1/2–2 minutes until the undersides are deep golden and the centers spring back when lightly pressed.
8. 8Transfer finished pancakes to a warm plate and tent loosely with foil while you cook the remaining batter, buttering the pan between batches.
9. 9Stack three pancakes per plate, top with the reserved apple dice, a scatter of toasted walnuts, a drizzle of warm maple syrup, and a spoonful of yogurt if desired.
10. 10Serve family-style so everyone can build their own stacks—ideal for a relaxed weekend gathering.