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Breakfast Pancake Poppers: A Fun and Easy Recipe for Delicious Mornings

These pancake poppers are a fun, bite-sized twist on traditional pancakes, baked in a mini muffin tin for a quick breakfast or snack. Customize with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or blueberries, and enjoy them warm with a drizzle of maple syrup!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini pancake poppers 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/2 cup blueberries (optional)
  • Cooking spray or additional butter for greasing
  • Maple syrup for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Ensure the melted butter is not too hot.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. It’s okay if there are a few lumps. If using, fold in chocolate chips or blueberries.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the pancake batter using a small ice cream scoop.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before removing the pancake poppers from the tin.
  8. Gently pop each pancake out of the muffin tin using a small spatula or butter knife.
  9. Arrange on a serving platter and serve warm or at room temperature.
  10. Drizzle with maple syrup or serve with fresh fruit. Optionally, sprinkle with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
  11. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven.

Notes

  • Flavor Variations: Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy flavor, or swap vanilla extract for almond extract.
  • Mix-ins: Experiment with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or diced apples, but be mindful of the quantity to keep the batter light.
  • Author: Aria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes