Cinnamon Polenta Pancakes with Berry Compote

Breakfast treats like these Cinnamon Polenta Pancakes with Berry Compote are delicious. They have the earthy taste of polenta, the warmth of cinnamon, and the sweetness of mixed berries. Perfect for a sweet treat in the morning!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup polenta
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• Whipped cream optional, for serving

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the polenta, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are okay

Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray

Pour 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake

Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown and cooked through

While cooking the pancakes, prepare the berry compote

In a small saucepan, combine the mixed berries and maple syrup

Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and the mixture thickens slightly about 5-7 minutes

Serve the cinnamon polenta pancakes with a generous spoonful of berry compote on top

Add whipped cream if desired

Enjoy your decadent breakfast!