Description
Breakfast Pancake Poppers are bite-sized, baked pancake muffins perfect for a quick and portable morning meal. These mini pancake bites combine a fluffy batter with optional additions like sausage or fruit, baked to golden perfection and served with maple syrup for dipping. Ideal for on-the-go breakfasts or brunch spreads, they can be made ahead and reheated easily.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- ½ cup cooked breakfast sausage (crumbled) or diced fruit (such as blueberries or apples)
For Cooking and Serving
- Nonstick spray or oil for greasing the pan
- Maple syrup for dipping
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan with nonstick spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light and fluffy.
- Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, gently fold in crumbled cooked breakfast sausage or diced fruit like blueberries or apples, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill the Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter into the greased mini muffin pan, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the poppers to cool in the pan for 2 to 3 minutes before carefully removing. Serve warm with maple syrup for dipping and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- These poppers are perfect for on-the-go breakfasts or brunch spreads.
- Make ahead by storing in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave or air fryer for best results.
