Description
Breakfast Pancake Poppers are bite-sized, fluffy pancakes perfect for a quick and fun morning treat. Made with buttermilk and flavored with vanilla, these poppers can be filled with mini chocolate chips or blueberries and served warm with maple syrup. They’re easy to cook on the stovetop or bake in the oven for a convenient and delicious start to the day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or blueberries
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
To Serve
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat together buttermilk, large egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and integrated.
- Mix Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the batter light and fluffy. Fold in the mini chocolate chips or blueberries evenly throughout the batter.
- Heat Pan: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking and promote browning.
- Cook Poppers: Using a small spoon, drop bite-sized spoonfuls of batter onto the hot skillet. Allow them to cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface, then carefully flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat Cooking: Remove cooked pancake poppers from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter, maintaining the heat to ensure even cooking.
- Serve: Serve the pancake poppers warm alongside maple syrup for dipping, making them a perfect breakfast snack for kids and adults alike.
Notes
- For a baked version, place the batter in a mini muffin pan and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor.
- Try swapping all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added nutrition and a nuttier taste.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
