Homemade Almond Joys (Printer-Friendly)

A delightful blend of apples, warm vanilla maple syrup, and fresh ingredients for a comforting treat.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
02 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1/2 cup maple syrup

→ Produce

12 - 1 cup apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Peel and dice the apples, then toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the milk, egg, and melted butter or coconut oil until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Fold in the diced apples carefully to avoid overmixing.
05 - Heat a lightly greased skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
06 - Warm the maple syrup and vanilla extract together in a small saucepan over low heat.
07 - Stack pancakes on a plate, drizzle with warm vanilla maple syrup, and serve immediately.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Ensure apples are fresh and diced uniformly for optimal texture and flavor.
02 - Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to preference.
03 - Use coconut oil as a substitute for butter to make the recipe dairy-free.