Easy Pancake Poppers
These Easy Pancake Poppers are light, fluffy, and bite-sized, making them a fun twist on traditional pancakes. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they’re quick to make and customizable with toppings like chocolate chips, fresh fruit, or syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 pancake poppers
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon milk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg white
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure the pancake poppers stay fluffy.
- Whisk the Egg White: In a small bowl, beat the egg white until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the pancake batter to add extra fluffiness.
- Add Chocolate Chips (Optional): If using chocolate chips, fold them into the batter.
- Cook the Pancake Poppers: Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Drop small spoonfuls of the batter onto the griddle, forming mini pancake-sized portions. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the pancake poppers warm with maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or any of your favorite toppings.
Notes
If you prefer a different flour, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, though the texture may be denser.
For a vegan version, use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 2.5 tablespoons water) and plant-based milk.
You can freeze pancake poppers for up to 1 month. Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven for a warm snack anytime.
For an added twist, try adding nuts, mashed banana, or berries to the batter.
If you want a lighter version, reduce the sugar and use a low-fat milk or milk alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake popper
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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