Description
These Vanilla Toffee Caramel Pancakes are a decadent breakfast treat that combines fluffy pancakes with rich vanilla flavor and a sweet, sticky toffee caramel sauce. The warm, melt-in-your-mouth pancakes are drizzled with a homemade caramel sauce infused with vanilla, making them a perfect indulgence for special mornings or weekend brunches. Every bite is a perfect balance of sweet and savory, with a smooth finish that’ll have you coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pancakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Toffee Caramel Sauce:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Make the Toffee Caramel Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the brown sugar and bring it to a simmer, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the sugar has dissolved.
- Carefully add the heavy cream and bring the mixture back to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Set aside to cool slightly. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Make the Pancakes:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. The batter should be lumpy.
- Preheat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
- Pour ¼ cup of pancake batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Assemble the Pancakes:
- Stack the pancakes on a serving plate and drizzle generously with the warm toffee caramel sauce.
- Serve with whipped cream or additional toffee sauce if desired.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Top with fresh berries, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for extra flavor and garnish. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- If the caramel sauce becomes too thick, simply reheat it over low heat with a small splash of milk to thin it out.
- You can make the toffee caramel sauce in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat before serving.
- For an extra indulgent touch, add chocolate chips or toffee bits to the pancake batter before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Cooking (Pancakes), Stovetop (Caramel Sauce)
- Cuisine: American