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Irresistible Spanish Churro Pancakes

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Spanish churro pancakes are a fluffy, cinnamon-sugar coated twist on classic pancakes, inspired by the beloved churro. Pan-fried until golden and brushed with butter before getting a sweet-spiced sugar coating, they’re a decadent breakfast treat—especially with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk (or buttermilk)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or oil (plus more for cooking)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
  • Optional toppings: warm chocolate sauce, dulce de leche, whipped cream, fresh berries

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing just until smooth—do not overmix.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease lightly with butter or oil.
  5. Pour batter into the pan and cook until bubbles form and edges are set, then flip and cook until golden.
  6. Mix cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl. Brush each warm pancake with melted butter and coat in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  7. Stack pancakes and top with chocolate sauce, dulce de leche, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Fill pancakes with Nutella or dulce de leche before cooking for a hidden surprise.
  • Pan-fry cooked pancakes again in butter for crispier edges.
  • Make mini versions for brunch or dipping fun.
  • Use plant-based milk and coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • Freeze pancakes with parchment between layers for up to 1 month.

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