Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites Recipe
These Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites are a delightful twist on classic pancakes, baked into perfect mini muffins bursting with fresh blueberries and bright lemon flavor. Soft, fluffy, and slightly tangy, these bite-sized treats make a fun and easy breakfast or snack with just the right balance of sweetness and zest.
- Author: Joe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 pancake bites 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1/3 cup (67g) Granulated Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (240ml) Buttermilk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup (56g) Unsalted Butter, melted
- 1 large Lemon (for 1 tablespoon zest and 2 tablespoons juice)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Additional Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (225g) Fresh Blueberries
- Preheat and Prepare Your Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray or melted butter, making sure to coat every cup and the pan’s top surface to prevent sticking.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed and leavening agents are well distributed.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter (cooled slightly), lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
- Create the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Gently fold together with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Small lumps are okay—avoid overmixing to keep the bites tender and light.
- Fold in the Flavor: Toss the blueberries in a tablespoon of flour from the dry mixture to prevent sinking, then gently fold the coated blueberries and lemon zest into the batter until evenly distributed, taking care not to overmix.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising without overflow. Using a small cookie scoop can help with even portioning and less mess.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-14 minutes. The bites are done when golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean without wet batter.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the bites to cool on a wire rack for about 5 minutes to set. Carefully remove the pancake bites using a twist or an offset spatula and let them cool further or serve warm.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for smoother batter mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure light, fluffy pancake bites.
- Toss blueberries in flour before adding to batter to keep them suspended evenly.
- If you don’t have a mini muffin tin, a regular muffin tin can be used but will require longer baking time.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, honey, or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra indulgence.
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