Description
Sweet Mexican Pancakes, also known as hotcakes, are thick, fluffy pancakes with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon, traditionally enjoyed with sweet toppings like dulce de leche, condensed milk, or fruit. These comforting treats make for a delicious breakfast or dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: dulce de leche, sweetened condensed milk, fresh fruit, powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Heat a lightly buttered skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the hot surface. Cook until bubbles form on top and edges look set, about 2–3 minutes.
- Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings like dulce de leche, sweetened condensed milk, or fruit.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or swap cinnamon with Mexican chocolate powder.
- Can be made ahead and frozen—reheat in toaster or microwave.
- Try layering them like a cake with whipped cream and strawberries for a dessert version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Mexican hotcakes, cinnamon pancakes, dulce de leche pancakes, breakfast pancakes, sweet pancakes