Description
Enjoy a fun twist on classic pancakes with these Easy Pancake Poppers! Baked in a mini muffin tin, these bite-sized treats are fluffy, customizable, and perfect for breakfast on-the-go or a quick snack. No flipping required, making them ideal for busy mornings. Add your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, berries, or nuts for extra flavor!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup milk (or buttermilk)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (or oil)
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, blueberries, cinnamon, or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Mix the Batter: Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. If using mix-ins, fold them in gently.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each ¾ full.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve: Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy plain or with toppings like syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 2 months in a freezer-safe bag.
- Reheating: Microwave for 15-20 seconds or warm in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes.
- Customization: Add cinnamon sugar, peanut butter, or protein powder for different variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
