Bacon, Cheddar and Apple Pancakes - Hempler's Foods

Ingredients

• 12 slices Hempler’s Smoked Bacon, cooked and cooled
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup melted butter, divided
• 2 apples, peeled, cored and shredded
• 1/2 cup shredded aged Cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme
• 1/2 cup maple syrup, warmed