Cornmeal and Currant Griddlecakes with Apple-Cinnamon Syrup

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Cornmeal and Currant Griddlecakes with Apple-Cinnamon Syrup
30 min.
4
621kcal

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If you're looking to jazz up your breakfast or brunch game, look no further than these delightful Cornmeal and Currant Griddlecakes with Apple-Cinnamon Syrup. This vegetarian dish is not only quick to prepare—coming together in just 30 minutes—but it's also bursting with flavor, making it a perfect choice for family gatherings or a cozy weekend treat.

The griddlecakes are beautifully crafted from a harmonious blend of cornmeal and dried currants, offering a unique texture and sweet bites throughout each cake. What makes this dish truly stand out is the homemade apple-cinnamon syrup. Picture a rich, warm syrup that combines apple juice and jelly, infused with a cinnamon stick—every drizzle adds a comforting touch that elevates the griddlecakes to new heights.

With a satisfying caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, these griddlecakes can be enjoyed guilt-free. They're perfect as a side dish or even as a sweet main course if you're in the mood for something special. Whether it's a festive occasion or just an ordinary morning, this dish is sure to impress everyone around the table. So get ready to whip up a batch of these scrumptious griddlecakes and indulge in the sweet and warm flavors of apple and cinnamon!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup apple jelly 
  • cups apple juice 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • inch cinnamon sticks 
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal 
  • 0.3 cup currants dried
  • large eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 1.3 cups yogurt plain
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 stick butter unsalted melted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Boil syrup ingredients in a large saucepan until reduced to 3/4 cup.
  2. Whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl, then stir in currants. Stir together yogurt and eggs with a fork in another bowl and stir into flour mixture with melted butter just until incorporated.
  3. Heat a lightly greased large nonstick skillet over moderately low heat until hot.
  4. Pour 1/4-cup measures of batter into skillet in batches, forming 3 1/2-inch cakes, and cook about 3 minutes, or until undersides are golden. Turn and cook 1 minute more, or until golden.
  5. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in a 250°F oven while cooking remaining cakes.
  6. Serve griddlecakes with warm syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories621kcal
Protein7.53%
Fat25.84%
Carbs66.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
112.59
Glycemic Load
57.01
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.598695905312%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.55mg
Epicatechin
5.84mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:621.35kcal
31.07%
Fat:18.05g
27.77%
Saturated Fat:9.94g
62.14%
Carbohydrates:104.75g
34.92%
Net Carbohydrates:100.39g
36.51%
Sugar:53.08g
58.98%
Cholesterol:133.32mg
44.44%
Sodium:655.85mg
28.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.84g
23.67%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.4%
Selenium:22.43µg
32.04%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.83%
Phosphorus:277.03mg
27.7%
Calcium:270.06mg
27.01%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
26%
Folate:87.4µg
21.85%
Iron:3.39mg
18.85%
Fiber:4.36g
17.43%
Potassium:509.03mg
14.54%
Vitamin B3:2.73mg
13.64%
Magnesium:53.82mg
13.46%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.3%
Zinc:1.73mg
11.54%
Vitamin A:575.99IU
11.52%
Copper:0.22mg
10.84%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.29%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.83%
Vitamin C:5.83mg
7.07%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.48%
Vitamin D:0.79µg
5.26%
Vitamin K:1.98µg
1.89%
Source:Epicurious