Description
These Mini Pancakes are fluffy, bite-sized breakfast delights perfect for sharing. With a simple batter of flour, milk, eggs, and vanilla, they cook quickly on the stovetop to golden perfection. Ideal for a fun breakfast or brunch, their small size makes them easy to customize with toppings or serve as a playful finger food.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour (spooned, leveled and sifted)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon table salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
- 1 extra large egg (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons salted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the room temperature whole milk, extra large egg, melted and cooled salted butter, and pure vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined. Avoid over-mixing; a few lumps in the batter are okay to ensure fluffy pancakes.
- Preheat Skillet: Spray a nonstick 10 to 12 inch skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat it over medium-high heat. The skillet is ready when a droplet of water sizzles upon contact.
- Cook Pancakes: Spoon 1 to 1½ tablespoons of pancake batter into the skillet in small circles spaced about 1 inch apart. Alternatively, use a piping bag or squeeze bottle for precise shapes.
- Flip and Finish: Cook the pancakes for about 1 to 1½ minutes until tiny bubbles form on the surface and edges begin setting. Flip and cook the other side for another minute or until golden brown. Transfer cooked pancakes to a serving plate and repeat with remaining batter.
Notes
- Do not over-mix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy; a few lumps are fine.
- Using a piping bag or squeeze bottle helps make evenly sized mini pancakes.
- Serve with maple syrup, fresh fruits, or your favorite toppings for a delicious breakfast treat.
- Make sure the skillet is properly heated to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Recipe yields approximately 30 mini pancakes, perfect for sharing or portion control.
