Description
Delightful and bite-sized blueberry pancake treats that are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack. These pancake bites combine fluffy batter with juicy blueberries, baked to golden perfection in a donut hole pan for a fun and portable twist on traditional pancakes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Additional
- 40 blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- Nonstick cooking spray (for greasing pan)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a donut hole pan thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of pancake bites.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar until uniformly mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the beaten egg, vanilla extract, milk, and melted unsalted butter until well blended.
- Make Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light and fluffy.
- Fill and Bake: Spoon the batter into each donut hole cavity about two-thirds full. Press 2 blueberries into each filled cavity for a burst of fruity flavor. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 12 minutes.
- Flip and Bake: Carefully flip each pancake bite using a small spatula or fork to ensure even cooking and golden brown color on both sides. Bake for an additional 3 minutes.
- Serve: Remove the pancake bites from the pan and serve them warm. Enhance the flavor with toppings such as maple syrup, fruit preserves, glaze, or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to maintain a tender texture.
- Frozen blueberries can be used directly without thawing; just be mindful they might slightly discolor the batter.
- Greasing the pan well prevents sticking and helps remove the bites easily.
- Flipping the pancake bites halfway ensures they cook evenly and develop a nice golden crust on both sides.
- These can be served as a fun finger food for kids’ breakfasts or party snacks.
