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Mini Pancakes Recipe

These fluffy mini pancakes are the ultimate bite-sized breakfast treat. Quick to cook, easy to freeze, and perfect for kids and adults alike, they’re ideal for meal prep, brunch boards, or weekday mornings. Top them with berries, syrup, or Nutella for a fun and delicious start to your day.
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Kid-Friendly
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Batter Rest Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $4–$6

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl Large size for batter
  • Whisk For blending wet and dry
  • Non-stick skillet Or griddle
  • Small spatula Thin, flexible for easy flipping
  • Cookie scoop Optional, helps portion evenly
  • Squeeze bottle Optional, for uniform shape

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk Or homemade substitute
  • 1 egg Large
  • 2 tablespoon butter Melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional
  • cooking spray Or additional butter for pan
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips Optional mix-in
  • ¼ cup blueberries Fresh or frozen
  • ¼ cup diced strawberries Optional
  • 1 banana Mashed, optional for variation

Instructions

  • Whisk dry ingredients.
  • Mix wet ingredients.
  • Combine wet and dry.
  • Rest the batter.
  • Heat skillet on medium-low.
  • Grease pan with butter/spray.
  • Drop spoonfuls of batter.
  • Cook until bubbles form.
  • Flip and cook until golden.
  • Keep warm until serving.

Notes

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

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1.4mg