Sift first 3 ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.
Combine next 2 ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Stir in flour mixture gradually, beating until smooth.
Combine sugar and cinnamon in a bowl and set aside.
Melt 1/4 c. butter in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
Saute apples 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until just tender.
Toss cinnamon mixture with apples.
Melt 1 Tbs. butter in a heavy 6" nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
Add pancake batter to about 1/4" depth. Cook 1 minute.
Sprinkle 1/4 of the apples over batter.
Pour enough batter over the top to just cover apples.
Cook pancake another minute or so until bottom is lightly browned.
Turn pancake and cook 1-2 minutes or until brown and thoroughly cooked.
Transfer to a platter and keep warm until ready to serve.
Repeat process with remaining batter and apples.
Serve immediately with butter and maple syrup.