Description
Fluffy pancake poppers bring breakfast joy in bite-sized form. Mexican-inspired mini treats combine sweet cinnamon and classic pancake flavors, offering a delightful twist you’ll savor with morning coffee or as a playful snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 3.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Optional Add-ins:
- 0.5 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare your oven by heating it to 375°F (190°C). Thoroughly coat a cake pop or mini muffin pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar. Whisk these components to ensure even distribution.
- Create a smooth batter by adding whole milk, one entire egg, pure vanilla extract, and melted unsalted butter. Gently blend the ingredients until they form a cohesive mixture with minimal lumps.
- Separate the second egg white into a clean bowl and vigorously whip until stiff, glossy peaks form. This will add airiness to the pancake poppers.
- Carefully fold the whipped egg white into the existing batter, using gentle, sweeping motions to maintain the incorporated air. If desired, gently fold in chocolate chips for added sweetness.
- Methodically fill each mold in the pan approximately 3/4 full with the prepared batter, ensuring even distribution and preventing overflow.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a clean toothpick into the center of a popper – it should emerge without any wet batter.
- Remove from oven and allow poppers to cool in the pan for 3-5 minutes. Gently transfer to a serving plate and accompany with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or your preferred topping.
Notes
- Elevate your breakfast game with these bite-sized delights that pack a flavorful punch in every single bite.
- Versatile poppers work perfectly for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or unexpected sweet cravings.
- Customize with chocolate chips, blueberries, or sprinkle with powdered sugar for extra excitement.
- Kids and adults will love these portable, fun-sized breakfast treats that are easier to make than traditional pancakes.
- Prep and bake time under 20 minutes means you can whip up a delicious morning surprise without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg