Pancake Poppers Recipe

Introduction

Pancake poppers are a fun and delicious twist on classic pancakes, baked into bite-sized treats perfect for snacking or brunch. They are light, fluffy, and easy to make using simple ingredients you likely have on hand.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon vinegar (or use buttermilk)
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease mini muffin tins with cooking spray.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine the milk and vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes until it curdles. Then stir in the oil and egg until blended.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Step 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until the batter is smooth and well combined.
5. Step 5: Spoon about one tablespoon of batter into each mini muffin cup, filling them evenly.
6. Step 6: Bake for 8 minutes or until the poppers are puffed and pale. Remove carefully with a silicone scraper and let cool slightly before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use buttermilk instead of milk and vinegar for a richer, tangier flavor.
• Add blueberries, chocolate chips, or cheese to the batter for extra bursts of flavor.
• Be sure to grease the muffin tins well to prevent sticking and soggy bottoms.
• Bake until the poppers are just puffed and lightly golden for the best texture.

Storage

Store leftover pancake poppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or microwave briefly until heated through.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these pancake poppers without vinegar?

Yes, you can use buttermilk instead of milk and vinegar. The vinegar helps create a similar tang and react with the baking soda to make the poppers fluffy.

Can I add fruit or chocolate chips to the batter?

Absolutely! Blueberries, chocolate chips, or even small cheese cubes work wonderfully added to the batter for extra variety and flavor.

Pancake Poppers Recipe

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These Pancake Poppers are bite-sized fluffy pancakes perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Made by baking a simple pancake batter in mini muffin tins, these poppers come out light, soft, and easy to eat on the go. Customizable with add-ins like blueberries or chocolate chips, they’re a fun twist on classic pancakes made in the oven.

• Author: Joe
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 18 minutes
• Yield: 24 mini pancake poppers 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon vinegar (or use buttermilk)
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease mini muffin tins thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the wet mixture: In a bowl, combine the milk and vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes until it curdles forming a buttermilk substitute. Then stir in the oil and egg until well combined.
3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute all dry components.
4. Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently combine until the batter is smooth without overmixing.
5. Fill muffin cups: Using a spoon, scoop about one tablespoon of batter into each mini muffin cup, filling them nearly full but avoiding overflow.
6. Bake: Place the muffin tins in the preheated oven and bake for about 8 minutes or until the pancake poppers have puffed up and turned a pale golden color.
7. Cool and remove: Once baked, carefully remove the poppers using a silicone scraper to avoid breaking them. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

• If using buttermilk instead of milk and vinegar, skip the vinegar step for a richer flavor.
• Add-ins such as blueberries, chocolate chips, or cheese can be mixed into the batter for added variety and taste.
• Ensure muffin tins are greased well to prevent the pancake poppers from sticking and developing soggy bottoms.
• Bake until puffed and slightly golden but still soft to maintain the classic pancake texture.

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