Pancake Bites Recipe

Overhead shot of homemade pancake bites on a white kitchen counter

Fluffy, golden Pancake Bites that are soft inside and slightly crisp on the edges. Perfect for quick breakfasts, meal prep, or brunches ; these bite-sized pancakes are easy, customizable, and kid-approved!

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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack

Cuisine: American, Family-Friendly

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Batter Rest: 10

Total Time: 32

Servings: bites

Calories: 65kcal

Cost: $5

Equipment

24-cup Mini muffin tin Non-stick or silicone works best
1 Mixing bowl (large) For dry ingredients
1 Mixing bowl (medium) For wet ingredients
1 Whisk For blending
1 Rubber spatula For folding batter
1 Small cookie scoop To portion batter evenly
1 Wire cooling rack Prevents sogginess after baking
1 Oven or air fryer Either works for this recipe

Ingredients

2 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure
2 tablespoon Granulated sugar Adds light sweetness
2 teaspoon Baking powder Creates fluffiness
½ teaspoon Baking soda Helps rise
½ teaspoon Salt Balances flavor
2 large Eggs Room temperature preferred
1 ¾ cups Buttermilk Adds tang & tenderness
¼ cup Butter, melted Adds richness
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor
½ cup Chocolate chips / Blueberries / Strawberries Optional mix-ins
Cooking spray For greasing muffin tin

Instructions

Add any mix-ins like fruit or chocolate chips.
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, beat eggs, buttermilk, butter, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
Add any mix-ins like fruit or chocolate chips.
Fill each cup ⅔ full and bake 10–12 minutes.
Cool slightly, then transfer to rack.
Serve warm with syrup or toppings.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used only as an approximation.

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