Description
Enjoy a fun and delightful twist on traditional breakfast with this Mini Pancake Cereal recipe. Small, bite-sized pancakes cooked to golden perfection and served with milk or syrup make for a playful, comforting morning treat that’s perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus additional for cooking
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Serving Suggestions
- Maple syrup, honey, or milk
- Fresh berries or sliced banana
Instructions
- Combine Dry Components: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed to ensure proper leavening and balanced sweetness.
- Blend Wet Elements: In a separate bowl, whisk whole milk, egg, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous, providing the moisture and flavor base for the batter.
- Integrate Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Leave some small lumps in the batter to keep it light and avoid overmixing, which can make the pancakes tough.
- Prepare for Dispensing: Transfer the pancake batter into a piping bag, squeeze bottle, or prepare to use a teaspoon for portioning to enable making evenly sized mini pancakes.
- Heat Cooking Surface: Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with unsalted butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Portion Pancake Batter: Pipe or drop small dollops of batter about 1/2 inch in diameter onto the heated surface, spacing them apart to allow easy flipping and even cooking.
- Cook Mini Pancakes: Let the pancakes cook undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges set. Flip each pancake carefully with a spatula or chopstick and cook for another minute until golden brown.
- Repeat Cooking and Greasing: Continue cooking the remaining batter in batches, reapplying butter to the skillet as needed to maintain a nonstick surface and optimal flavor.
- Assemble and Serve: Serve the warm mini pancakes in a bowl for a cereal-like presentation. Enjoy with cold milk for a playful twist or drizzle with maple syrup and add fresh berries or banana slices to enhance flavor and texture.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; some lumps are okay for fluffier pancakes.
- Adjust heat as necessary to avoid burning the pancakes while ensuring they cook through.
- Use a nonstick skillet or griddle for easiest flipping and consistent browning.
- To keep cooked mini pancakes warm, place them on a baking sheet in a low oven while finishing the rest.
- Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite fruits, nuts, or syrups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: mini pancake cereal, bite-sized pancakes, breakfast recipe, easy pancakes, fun breakfast ideas
