Pancakes with caramelised apple, cinnamon and ice cream

This sweet caramelised topping is the ultimate pancake day treat. Also ideal for a family weekend brunch! Find our pancake recipe here.

Intermediate

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Recipe by Dietitian Cath Fogarty

Modifications

Equipment

Preparation

Time-saving tip:

  • Use ready-made apple sauce/puree instead of caramelised apple.
  • Spatula
  • Approx 20cm non-stick frying pan

Timings

Approx.: 10-15 mins

This recipe was designed for children. Your dietitian should help you calculate the right portion for your child. Some children may need smaller portions e.g. a half portion may be adequate for an older/teenage child.

Nutritional content (2 pancakes with apple topping):

466kcals, 5.7g protein, 25.5g fat, 55.9g carbohydrate, 1.7mg iron, 196mg calcium.

Portion Sizes

2 pancakes with apple topping

Full portion 310ml / just over 5 x 60ml syringes = 363kcal/2.2g protein
Half portion 150ml / 2.5 x 60ml syringes = 176kcal/1.1g protein
Third portion 120ml/ 2 x 60ml syringes = 141kcal/0.9g protein

High/Low kcal options

To increase calorie content add 1 tbsp maple syrup (50kcal)

Step 1

Melt butter (20g) and sugar (20g) in a frying pan on medium-high heat until sugar is dissolved, and mixture starts to bubble.

Step 2

Add sliced apple and cook for about 5 minutes until soft.

Step 3

Add on top of your pancakes, sprinkle with cinnamon to taste and serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

Blending Instructions

Apple topping with 2 pancakes - blend with approximately 150ml water for 3 to 5 minutes. This yields 310ml total blend.

Freezing Instructions

Pancakes are suitable for home freezing! Once made, pop them in the freezer. To use, defrost the pancakes, make the topping and blend.

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