Whole Wheat Apple Pancakes or Waffles

Breakfast is hands down my favorite meal of the day. It doesn't have to be consumed in the morning but I love it. We host "breakfast for dinner" nights at our house every few weeks. This recipe is great because you can either make pancakes or waffles with the mix. I try to change it up and offer pancakes some meals and waffles at other meals. I love waffles but my husband prefers pancakes so we have to compromise. You will love these pancakes. They taste great with some sprinkled cinnamon and powdered sugar over them or you can drizzle maple syrup and chopped pecans or walnuts.  I prefer adding a dollop of greek yogurt on top of my pancakes or waffles. It gets me the protein I need to stay full for a while. Get creative and enjoy!

*TIP: Make a double batch and freeze the leftover pancakes or waffles. Then just take some out in the morning and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds for a quick and healthy breakfast before work.

Whole Wheat Apple Pancakes/Waffles
Serves: 4
Adapted by: http://eatathomecooks.com/2010/10/whole-wheat-apple-pancakes.html

Ingredients
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour OR white whole wheat flour
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 egg
2 cups low-fat or skim milk (I use unsweetened vanilla almond milk)
1 small apple, peeled and diced into small chunks
2 teaspoons baking powder
a dash of nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon lite salt
1/2 cup plain no sugar added applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:
-In a mixing bowl combine the dry ingredients together (flour, cinnamon, brown sugar, baking powder, nutmeg and salt)
-In a small bowl combine the egg, applesauce, milk and vanilla.
-Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and stir. Stir just until combined; do not over mix! Add additional milk if necessary.
-Stir in the chopped apple pieces.
-Heat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Make sure to melt some butter on it or spray with cooking spray.
-Add approximately 1/4 cup of batter per pancake on the griddle or waffle maker. If cooking waffles, cook according to waffle maker instructions. Cook pancakes until bubbles form and the edges start to set. Flip and cook on the other side.
-Serve with butter, maple syrup, nuts, fresh chopped fruit, cinnamon, or whatever your little heart desires.

Enjoy! :)