Recipe

There’s something irresistibly cozy about a plate of golden, fluffy pancakes on a crisp morning — and when you add sweet apple slices, maple syrup, and a sprinkle of freshly grated cheddar cheese, it transforms into a comforting breakfast masterpiece. This Apple Pancake recipe captures that magic: soft inside, slightly crisp outside, with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Using the geedel rotary grater makes it effortless to finish each stack with delicate shreds of cheddar that melt beautifully over the warm surface.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

2 tbsp sugar

1 ½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)

1 large egg

2 tbsp melted butter

1 medium apple, thinly sliced or shredded

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (use cheese grater with hand crank)

Butter or oil for cooking

Maple syrup, for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Batter

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until combined. Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently — lumps are okay!

2. Add Apples

Fold in thinly sliced or shredded apple. The natural sweetness of the apples caramelizes slightly when cooked, giving the pancakes a delicious aroma and soft texture.

3. Cook the Pancakes

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look dry; flip and cook until golden brown.

4. Add the Cheddar Magic

While pancakes are still warm, use the 4 in 1 vegetable grater to grate cheddar directly over the top. Its sharp stainless-steel blades create fluffy cheese curls that melt perfectly into the pancake’s surface, blending sweetness and richness in one bite.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Stack pancakes on a plate, drizzle with warm maple syrup, and add extra cheese or apple slices for garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy the blend of caramelized apple, maple sweetness, and savory cheddar.

Tips & Variations

For Crisp Edges: Add a small pat of butter around each pancake as it cooks for that golden, crispy rim.

Healthier Option: Substitute whole wheat flour and use honey instead of sugar for a wholesome twist.

Sweet Upgrade: Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a cozy autumn flavor.

Cheese Swap: Try gruyère or mozzarella using the hand crank cheese grater for different textures.

Conclusion

These Apple Pancakes redefine breakfast comfort — simple to make, bursting with flavor, and irresistibly soft. The combination of sweet apples, creamy cheese, and maple syrup creates a gourmet-style dish right from your kitchen. With the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater, prepping cheese for this recipe becomes quick, safe, and satisfying, adding that perfect finishing touch to every fluffy bite.