Bourbon Street Pancakes with Spiced Apples and Bacon
Bourbon Street Pancakes with Spiced Apples and Bacon
Indulge in the rich flavors of the American South with these decadent Bourbon Street Pancakes, loaded with crispy bacon, caramelized spiced apples, and a hint of bourbon.
š Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 eggs Large eggs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Melted unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Bourbon whiskey
- 1 cup Spiced apples
- 6 slices Crispy bacon
- 2 tablespoons Granulated brown sugar
šØāš³ Instructions
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Step 1: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the crispy bacon until golden brown.
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Step 2: Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the grease in the pan.
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Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, and bourbon whiskey.
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Step 5: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Step 6: Using a 1/4 cup measure, scoop the batter onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles appear on the surface and edges start to dry.
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Step 7: Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
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Step 8: While the pancakes are cooking, caramelize the spiced apples in a separate pan with the reserved bacon grease and 2 tablespoons of granulated brown sugar.
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Step 9: To assemble the dish, stack 2 pancakes per serving, top with spiced apples, and garnish with crispy bacon.
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Step 10: Serve immediately and enjoy!
š” Pro Tips
Use high-quality bourbon for the best flavor. To prevent pancakes from becoming too dense, do not overmix the batter. Store leftover spiced apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.