Caramel Apple Chai Pumpkin Skewers (Print)
Skewers feature spiced pancake bites, chai muffins, caramelized apples, and rich caramel drizzle for a playful autumn treat.
# Components:
→ Pumpkin Pancake Bites
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
10 - 3/4 cup buttermilk
11 - 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
12 - 1 large egg
13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Chai Muffin Bites
15 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
16 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
17 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
18 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
19 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
20 - 1 teaspoon ground chai spice blend or an equivalent mix of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves
21 - 1/3 cup milk
22 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
23 - 1 large egg
24 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Caramelized Apples
25 - 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
26 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
27 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
28 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ To Assemble
29 - 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
30 - 8 wooden or bamboo skewers
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices using a whisk. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
02 - Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently mix until just combined. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease. Drop tablespoon portions of batter to form small pancakes, approximately 2 inches wide. Cook each side for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and allow to cool.
03 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or add paper liners. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chai spices. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
04 - Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Divide the batter evenly among the mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely before removing from the tin.
05 - Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Add apple chunks, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and caramelized, about 8 minutes. Allow apples to cool slightly before assembling.
06 - Thread one pancake bite, one muffin bite, and one caramelized apple chunk onto each skewer, repeating the sequence until each skewer holds two of each component.
07 - Arrange skewers on a platter. Just before serving, drizzle generously with caramel sauce.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Whimsical, eye-catching presentation that's great for brunch or parties
- Perfect blend of seasonal spices and flavors in every bite
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- This recipe contains wheat, eggs, and dairy
- You can swap apples for pears to change the flavor
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- Make pancake and muffin bites in advance for easy morning assembly
- Drizzle caramel sauce just before serving to keep skewers crisp