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Easy Breakfast Pancake Poppers

Easy Breakfast Pancake Poppers

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 pancake poppers 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour)

Description

Easy Breakfast Pancake Poppers are bite-sized, fluffy pancakes filled with your choice of sweet or savory ingredients. Perfect for busy mornings, these quick and customizable poppers are kid-friendly, portable, and delicious. Whether you add fresh fruits, chocolate chips, or cheese, they offer a nutritious and fun way to start the day.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free variant)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based for vegan option)
  • 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan swap)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil (use coconut oil for vegan option)

Optional Fillings

  • Fresh fruits (e.g., blueberries, raspberries)
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives

Instructions

  1. Prep the batter: Whisk together the dry ingredients—flour, baking powder, and sugar—in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and whisk in the milk and melted butter or oil until well combined. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring gently until smooth and slightly thick. Avoid overmixing to keep the poppers light and fluffy.
  2. Add your fillings: Fold in your choice of fillings such as fresh fruit, chocolate chips, or cheese gently into the batter to spread evenly without breaking the texture.
  3. Cook the poppers: Heat a non-stick pan or griddle on medium heat and lightly grease it. Use a teaspoon or small scoop to drop dollops of batter onto the surface. Cook for about 2 minutes until bubbles form on top and edges look set, then flip carefully and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Cool and serve: Transfer the cooked pancake poppers to a cooling rack or paper-lined plate. Serve warm with syrup, fruit compote, or powdered sugar as desired.

Notes

  • Use a small scoop or teaspoon for consistent popper size and even cooking.
  • Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay for fluffiness.
  • Cook on medium heat to avoid burning outside and undercooking inside.
  • Lightly grease the pan and wipe excess to achieve crisp edges without sogginess.
  • Use fresh eggs and quality milk for best flavor and texture.
  • Leftover poppers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen up to 2 months.
  • Reheat in toaster oven or pan to maintain texture; microwaving is quicker but softens them slightly.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 poppers
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: breakfast, pancake poppers, quick breakfast, kid-friendly, portable breakfast, sweet and savory pancakes, gluten-free, vegan option

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