Pancake Poppers

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Fun, fluffy, grab-and-go mini bites

These Pancake Poppers are soft, fluffy mini bites that taste just like your favorite pancakes—but in a fun, poppable form! Perfect for busy mornings, school snacks, brunch platters, or meal prep, these little cuties bake up in minutes using simple pantry ingredients. Customize them with chocolate chips, berries, or even cinnamon sugar for endless flavor options. Kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and totally adorable, they bring a playful twist to a classic breakfast everyone loves. 🥞✨

⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Servings: 24 poppers

📝 Ingredients List

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional mix-ins:
    • ¼ cup chocolate chips
    • ¼ cup blueberries
    • ¼ cup diced strawberries
    • Mini marshmallows, sprinkles, etc.

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Mini muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Silicone spatula
  • Small scoop or spoon

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prep the pan: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
  4. Combine: Pour wet ingredients into the dry. Mix gently until just combined—batter should be slightly lumpy.
  5. Add mix-ins: Fold in chocolate chips, berries, or your favorite add-ins. 🍫🫐
  6. Fill the pan: Scoop batter into mini muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Bake: Cook for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Serve: Enjoy warm with syrup for dipping—or pack them for on-the-go snacks! 😋

💡 Pro Tips

  • Storage: Refrigerate 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat in microwave 10–15 seconds.
  • Crispier edges: Bake in a preheated cast-iron mini muffin pan.
  • Protein boost: Add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder and 2–3 tbsp extra milk.
  • Fun variation: Roll warm poppers in cinnamon sugar for a mini “pancake donut” vibe.

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