Pin Miniature pancake cereal transforms fluffy pancakes into playful bites, making breakfast or brunch irresistibly fun for all ages. These golden morsels pair perfectly with milk, syrup, or fresh fruit for a trendy twist on a classic morning favorite.
The first time I made pancake cereal, my family was delighted by the tiny size and crispy edges. It became an instant hit that sparked laughter and requests for seconds at our kitchen table.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup (125 g), for structure and fluffiness
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp, for a touch of sweetness
- Baking powder: 1 tsp, to help pancakes rise
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp, for extra lift
- Salt: 1/4 tsp, for balance
- Milk: 3/4 cup (180 ml), brings moisture
- Egg: 1 large, binds and enriches batter
- Unsalted butter: 2 tbsp, melted (plus more for cooking), adds flavor and tenderness
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for aroma and warmth
- Milk, maple syrup, honey, or fresh berries: for serving, optional toppings
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- Whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until fully blended.
- Make Batter:
- Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and whisk gently. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are fine.
- Prepare for Piping:
- Transfer batter into a squeeze bottle, piping bag, or zip-top bag with a small corner cut off.
- Heat Skillet:
- Warm a nonstick skillet over medium heat and grease lightly with butter.
- Pipe Pancake Dots:
- Pipe small dots of batter onto skillet, leaving space between each.
- Cook First Side:
- Let cook 1-2 minutes, until bubbles appear and edges set.
- Flip & Finish Cooking:
- Flip pancake bites, cooking an additional 30-60 seconds until golden.
- Repeat:
- Transfer cooked bites to a plate and repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve:
- Enjoy warm in bowls with milk, syrup, honey, or berries.
Pin My kids love filling their own bowls and adding toppings, making breakfast a special moment to share and create together on weekends.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, a whisk, squeeze bottle or piping bag, nonstick skillet, and spatula make making pancake cereal neat and easy for any skill level.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains wheat, egg, and dairy. For allergies, opt for gluten-free flour, egg replacer, or plant-based milk and butter—always check labels for safety.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 220 calories, 7 g total fat, 33 g carbohydrates, 6 g protein.
Pin Serve your mini pancake cereal hot and fresh for the best taste, and let everyone customize their bowl for a breakfast they'll remember.
Recipe Q&A
- → What ingredients create the batter?
The batter combines flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract for fluffy bites.
- → How do you cook the miniature pancakes evenly?
Heat a nonstick skillet on medium, pipe batter dots spaced apart, cook until bubbles form, then flip briefly until golden.
- → Can dairy alternatives be used in this preparation?
Yes, plant-based milk and vegan butter can replace dairy items to suit dairy-free preferences.
- → What toppings enhance these miniature pancakes?
Serving suggestions include milk, maple syrup, honey, fresh berries, or even mini chocolate chips mixed into the batter.
- → Are these bites a healthy breakfast choice?
With moderate calories and protein content, these fluffy bites provide a balanced start when paired with fruit or yogurt.