Fluffy Pancake Bites (Printable)

Fluffy mini pancake balls with a savory or fruity filling, perfect for dipping and snacking anytime.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk plus 1 teaspoon vinegar)
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Fillings (choose one or combine)

10 - 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
11 - 1/2 cup diced fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, banana)

→ For Cooking and Serving

12 - Cooking spray or extra melted butter for greasing pan
13 - Maple syrup, jam, or chocolate sauce for dipping

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Preheat an aebleskiver pan or cake pop maker over medium heat and lightly grease each cavity with cooking spray or butter.
05 - Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each pan well, place a piece of sausage or fruit in the center, then cover with a small amount of batter to seal.
06 - Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until edges set and bottoms turn golden brown.
07 - Use a skewer or fork to gently turn each piece and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until fully cooked through.
08 - Transfer bites to a platter and repeat with remaining batter and fillings. Serve warm alongside maple syrup, jam, or preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They cook in minutes and come out impossibly fluffy with a surprise center that keeps people coming back.
  • One batch fills everyone's plate, which means less time at the stove and more time eating together.
  • You can sneak vegetables or fruit into them without anyone noticing, though the sausage version is what gets requested by name.
02 -
  • Don't skip the gentle flipping step or let them cook too long on the first side, or they'll brown faster than they cook through, leaving a raw center.
  • If you don't have an aebleskiver pan, a mini muffin tin works perfectly baked at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, though you lose the fun ritual of the flip.
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or even cardamom to the batter for a subtly spiced version that tastes like something special.
  • If your first batch isn't perfectly round or golden, don't worry—they still taste amazing, and by the third batch your technique will feel natural.
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