Peach Pancakes Recipe
These Peach Pancakes are soft, fluffy, and filled with sweet, juicy peaches in every bite. Made with fresh peaches, warm cinnamon, vanilla, and a simple homemade pancake batter, they’re an easy summer breakfast that tastes even better topped with butter, maple syrup, and extra peaches.
If you have more fresh peaches than you know what to do with, this is one delicious way to use them. You can even make these pancakes with frozen peaches, making them an easy breakfast long after peach season is over.
Recipe Summary
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Why You'll Love These Peach Pancakes
Peaches add natural sweetness and little bursts of juicy fruit throughout these pancakes. Cinnamon and vanilla give them a warm, almost peach-cobbler-like flavor without making them overly sweet.
Easy to make from scratch
Ready in about 25 minutes
Perfect for using ripe summer peaches
Freezer-friendly
Delicious with fresh or frozen peaches
Great for breakfast, brunch, or a weekend treat
Ingredients
For the Peach Pancakes
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups whole milk
1 large egg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup peeled and diced peaches
For Serving
Butter
Maple syrup
Sliced peaches
Powdered sugar, optional
Whipped cream, optional
How to Make Peach Pancakes
1. Prepare the Peaches
Peel and remove the pit from your peaches, then dice them into small pieces.
Smaller pieces work best because they distribute throughout the pancake batter and cook quickly.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
4. Make the Pancake Batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
Gently stir until just combined. A few small lumps are perfectly fine.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make pancakes dense instead of light and fluffy.
Gently fold in the diced peaches.
5. Cook the Pancakes
Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter.
Pour approximately ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
Cook for about 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles begin appearing on the surface and the edges look set.
Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
Repeat with the remaining batter.
How to Make Peach Pancakes With Frozen Peaches
Yes, you can make peach pancakes with frozen peaches.
Thaw the peaches first and drain away excess liquid. Pat them gently with a paper towel before chopping and adding them to the batter.
Removing the extra moisture helps prevent the pancake batter from becoming too thin.
If you stocked up during peach season, see my How to Freeze Peaches guide for an easy way to preserve fresh peaches for recipes like this one.
Easy Peach Pancake Topping
Want even more peach flavor? Make a quick warm peach topping.
You'll Need
2 peaches, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Add the sliced peaches, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for about 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches soften and the brown sugar creates a light syrup.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
Spoon the warm peaches over your pancakes and finish with maple syrup.
This gives the pancakes a delicious peach cobbler-inspired flavor.
Tips for Fluffy Peach Pancakes
Don't overmix. Mix the batter only until the flour is incorporated.
Dice the peaches small. Large peach chunks can make the pancakes difficult to flip.
Use ripe but firm peaches. Extremely soft peaches can release too much liquid into the batter.
Cook over medium heat. If the skillet is too hot, the outside can brown before the center cooks.
Wait for bubbles before flipping. Once bubbles form across the surface and the edges begin setting, your pancake is ready to flip.
Do You Have to Peel Peaches for Pancakes?
No. Peach skin is edible, so you can leave it on if you prefer.
However, peeling the peaches gives the pancakes a softer, smoother texture, especially if your peaches have thicker or fuzzier skin.
Can You Use Canned Peaches?
Yes. Drain canned peaches extremely well before dicing them.
Peaches canned in juice are preferable because peaches packed in heavy syrup can make the pancakes significantly sweeter.
What to Serve With Peach Pancakes
Serve your peach pancakes with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, breakfast sausage, yogurt, or fresh fruit for a complete breakfast.
For a sweeter brunch, top them with warm peaches, whipped cream, powdered sugar, chopped pecans, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How to Store Leftover Peach Pancakes
Allow leftover pancakes to cool completely and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat them in the microwave, toaster, skillet, or oven until warmed through.
Can You Freeze Peach Pancakes?
Yes.
Allow the pancakes to cool completely and place pieces of parchment paper between them so they don't stick together.
Transfer them to a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat directly from frozen in the toaster or microwave for an easy breakfast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I put fresh peaches in pancake batter?
Yes. Dice fresh peaches into small pieces and gently fold them into the pancake batter. Ripe but relatively firm peaches work best.
How do you keep fruit pancakes from getting soggy?
Avoid adding excessively juicy fruit to the batter. After chopping your peaches, drain away any excess juice before folding them into the pancake mixture.
Can I make peach pancakes without cinnamon?
Absolutely. Cinnamon complements peaches, but you can leave it out without changing the basic pancake recipe.
Can I make the batter ahead of time?
For the fluffiest pancakes, it's better to make the batter shortly before cooking. You can peel and dice the peaches ahead of time and refrigerate them separately.
Are fresh or frozen peaches better for pancakes?
Fresh peaches provide the best texture during peach season, but frozen peaches work well too. Thaw and drain frozen peaches before adding them to the batter.
Final Thoughts
These homemade Peach Pancakes turn fresh summer peaches into an easy breakfast that's fluffy, buttery, and packed with peach flavor. Keep them simple with butter and maple syrup or add the warm cinnamon peach topping for an extra-special brunch.
And when peach season is ending, freeze a batch of fresh peaches so you can make these pancakes throughout the year.
More Peach Breakfast Recipes to Try
If you have plenty of peaches this summer, try these next:
Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Bread