Apple Cinnamon Vanilla Pancakes

2 cups complete pancake mix (I like Krusteez Heart Healthy "Light and Fluffy" Buttermilk Complete)

3/4 cup apple cider (a little less for thicker pancakes, a little more for thicker)

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon vanilla

vegetable oil for frying

Topping:

1 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

Blend pancake mix, cider, cinnamon, and vanilla just until no more dry mix shows up. Lumps are your friend. Cook in a well-oiled skillet until golden on both sides. For the topping, mix the applesauce and syrup and heat for a few seconds in the microwave until warm. Spoon over the pancakes and serve.

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