It was a rainy Sunday when I discovered the magic of Morning Glory Pancakes. The kind of morning where the world slows down, and all you crave is something warm, fluffy, and comforting. These pancakes, with their touch of cinnamon and a hint of grated apple, became my personal cure for gloomy days.
The Inspiration
This recipe was born from my grandmother’s kitchen — the smell of butter sizzling, coffee brewing, and laughter echoing through the walls. She called them “Morning Glory” because, no matter how dark the clouds, these pancakes brought sunshine to the table.
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ½ grated apple
- A handful of chopped nuts (optional)
Method:
Whisk together the dry ingredients in one bowl. In another, mix the egg, milk, and butter. Combine everything gently — don’t overmix; a few lumps make the pancakes fluffy. Fold in the grated apple.
Cook them on a greased pan, waiting for bubbles to appear before flipping. The smell will fill your kitchen — sweet, buttery, with a whisper of spice.
Serving Tip:
Stack them high, drizzle with maple syrup, and maybe add a spoonful of Greek yogurt. Each bite is a taste of nostalgia — warm, soft, and alive with texture.
These pancakes remind me that comfort can be simple — a bit of flour, a touch of love, and the patience to flip at just the right time.
