Johnny Jalapeno's Cast Iron Apple Pancake

Sizzle up your next breakfast or brunch with the irresistible fusion of sweet and spicy flavors in Johnny Jalapeno’s Cast Iron Apple Pancake! This oven-baked delight combines caramelized apples, a hint of heat from fresh jalapeños, and a beautifully puffed batter cooked to golden perfection in a cast iron skillet. Brown sugar and cinnamon add a cozy warmth, while a dusting of powdered sugar creates a stunning finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet-inspired meal. With its blend of unique ingredients and bold twists, this sweet-and-savory pancake is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 Apples (medium, peeled, cored, and sliced thinly)
• 1 Jalapeno (seeded and finely diced)
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter.

Step 3

Add the sliced apples to the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the diced jalapeno, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Continue to cook for another 3 minutes until the mixture is slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk the eggs and milk together.

Step 6

Gradually add the flour, granulated sugar, and salt to the egg mixture, whisking until smooth and lump-free. The batter will be slightly thin.

Step 7

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet with the apple mixture and allow it to melt. Swirl to coat the edges of the skillet evenly.

Step 8

Pour the batter evenly over the apples and jalapeno mixture in the skillet.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed and golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the pancake to cool for 5 minutes (it will deflate slightly as it cools).

Step 11

Dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(901.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1613.2

Total Fat 73.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 890.0mg	0%
Sodium 989.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 92.8g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 271.4IU	0%
Calcium 508.4mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 1107.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 47.8%