Save Adorable, bite-sized pancakes served like breakfast cereal, these mini treats are crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. They're perfect enjoyed with milk, syrup, or fruit for a playful breakfast experience that will bring smiles to your morning.
When I first tried making pancake cereal for my family, everyone was instantly hooked. It's become a weekend favorite, and the best part is watching kids scoop up their tiny pancakes with excitement.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup (125 g)
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp (25 g)
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Whole milk: 3/4 cup (180 ml)
- Large egg: 1
- Unsalted butter (melted plus more for cooking): 2 tbsp (28 g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- To Serve: Maple syrup, honey, or milk, fresh berries or sliced banana (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Blend Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix, a few lumps are fine.
- Prepare to Cook:
- Transfer batter to a piping bag or squeeze bottle, or use a teaspoon to portion.
- Cook Mini Pancakes:
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pipe Batter:
- Drop small dots of batter (about 1/2 inch or 1.5 cm) onto skillet, spacing slightly apart.
- Flip and Finish:
- Cook 1–2 minutes until bubbles form and edges are set, then flip and cook 1 more minute until golden.
- Repeat:
- Continue with remaining batter, greasing pan as needed.
- Serve:
- Serve warm in a bowl, add milk for a cereal effect, or drizzle with syrup and top with fruit.
Save Making these with my kids always leads to giggles as they compete to see who can pipe the smallest pancake. It's a breakfast memory that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Required Tools
You'll need mixing bowls, a whisk, a piping bag or squeeze bottle (or simply a teaspoon), a nonstick skillet or griddle, and a spatula or chopstick for flipping.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat, egg, and milk. Always check labels if you have dietary restrictions or sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains approximately 215 calories, 7 g total fat, 32 g carbohydrates, and 6 g protein.
Save These mini pancake cereals turn breakfast into a celebration and make every bite a delight. Just remember to serve immediately so everyone enjoys that irresistible crispy texture.
Recipe Guide
- → How do you make the pancakes mini?
Use a piping bag, squeeze bottle, or teaspoon to drop small dots of batter onto a hot skillet for the perfect tiny size.
- → Can I make these dairy-free?
Yes, simply use plant-based milk and vegan butter to suit dietary preferences while maintaining the flavor and texture.
- → How should I serve the mini pancakes?
Serve warm in a bowl, add milk for a cereal feel, or drizzle with maple syrup and top with fresh fruit.
- → Can I add flavors to the batter?
Definitely! Mix in mini chocolate chips, cinnamon, or your favorite add-ins for extra flavor variations.
- → Are these suitable for reheating?
Best when fresh for maximum crispiness, but they can be reheated in a toaster oven to refresh the texture.