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CARAMELIZED APPLE FILLED PANCAKES WITH CRUNCHY NUT AND BREADCRUMB TOPPING, SERVED WITH VANILLA YOGURT

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CARAMELIZED APPLE FILLED PANCAKES WITH CRUNCHY NUT AND BREADCRUMB TOPPING, SERVED WITH VANILLA YOGURT

CARAMELIZED APPLE FILLED PANCAKES WITH CRUNCHY NUT AND BREADCRUMB TOPPING, SERVED WITH VANILLA YOGURT

A heartfelt tribute featuring pancakes filled with tender caramelized tart apples, coated with a crispy layer of toasted breadcrumbs and ground nuts, accompanied by smooth vanilla-infused Greek yogurt. A perfect blend of textures and flavors for apple lovers.

⏲️ Prep Time: 30 min

πŸ”₯ Cook Time: 15 min

🍽️ Yields: 5 filled pancakes

πŸ₯£ Ingredients

For the filling:

  • 600 g firm, tart apples
  • 120 g sugar
  • 30 g butter
  • 4 tablespoons rum
  • 1 packet bourbon vanilla sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves (level tip)
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

For the crunchy crust:

  • 1 heaping tablespoon breadcrumbs
  • 1 heaping tablespoon ground walnuts or hazelnuts
  • 1 rounded tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon melted butter for brushing

For the vanilla yogurt:

  • 3–4 heaping tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • Seeds from 1/2 vanilla pod

Plus:

  • 5 plain pancakes (prepared separately)

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions

  1. Core and peel apples, then dice into small cubes. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. To make the filling: caramelize sugar in a wide pan over low heat until golden and slightly smoky. Add butter cubes and stir; mixture will look like lava. Quickly pour in rum and stir (stand back to avoid splatter).
  3. Add apples, cinnamon, ground cloves, and vanilla sugar. Stir well and sautΓ© for 7–8 minutes until apples soften and flavor develops. Taste and adjust cooking time as desired.
  4. Allow filling to cool.
  5. Prepare 5 pancakes using your preferred recipe.
  6. Toast breadcrumbs, ground nuts, and sugar in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant. (Alternatively, use pralines instead of breadcrumb-nut mix.)
  7. Fill each pancake with about 3 tablespoons of apple filling and roll up tightly.
  8. Brush the outside of each rolled pancake with melted butter, then roll them in the toasted breadcrumb and nut mixture to coat.
  9. Mix Greek yogurt with powdered sugar and vanilla seeds until smooth.
  10. Serve filled pancakes with vanilla yogurt and extra filling sauce if available.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Use firm, tart apples for best caramelization and texture.
  • Be cautious when adding rum to hot caramel to avoid splashes.
  • Toast the crust ingredients evenly for a crunchy, flavorful topping.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy warm filling and fresh textures.

πŸŽ‰ Perfect For

  • Special breakfasts or brunches
  • Apple lovers’ desserts
  • Elegant family gatherings and celebrations

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

These caramelized apple-filled pancakes with a crunchy nut crust and vanilla yogurt create a harmonious balance of sweet, tart, creamy, and crunchy. A lovingly crafted recipe sure to impress and delight.