How To Make Mini Pancakes: Tips, Recipes, And Toppings

Everyone will fall in love with these adorable mini pancakes! Made with everyday pantry staples, this fun pancake cereal recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. They’re soft, golden, and bite-sized perfect for kids, brunch parties, or a sweet breakfast treat. Trust me, they’re so good, you’ll be making them on repeat!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes!
  • Made with Pantry Staples: You probably already have everything you need.
  • Customizable: Top them with syrup, fresh fruits, or even chocolate chips.
  • Kid-Friendly: The perfect size for little hands and big smiles!
  • Trendy and Fun: Mini pancakes (aka pancake cereal) are still stealing hearts online!

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make these delicious mini pancakes. Full measurements are in the recipe card below👇

  • Milk of choice: Regular or dairy-free both work great.
  • Melted butter or applesauce: Adds richness and moisture use applesauce for a healthier twist.
  • Vanilla extract: A splash of warm flavor in every bite.
  • Egg: Helps bind everything together.
  • All-purpose flour: The base of the batter sift it for lighter pancakes!
  • Salt: A pinch to balance the sweetness.
  • Granulated sugar: Just enough to make them perfectly sweet.
  • Baking powder: The secret to those fluffy little bites!

How to Make the Mini Pancakes

🥣 Step 1: Whisk the Wet Ingredients

In a medium bowl, add milk, melted butter (or applesauce), vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

🧂 Step 2: Add the Dry Ingredients

To the same bowl, add the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Gently whisk until just combined don’t overmix! A few small lumps are totally fine.

🔥 Step 3: Preheat Your Pan

Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease with butter or a spritz of oil. When a drop of water sizzles on the surface, you’re ready to cook!

🥞 Step 4: Cook the Pancakes

Scoop a scant tablespoon of batter and pour onto the hot surface. Let it cook until you see bubbles forming on top, then flip using a spatula. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

✨ Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!

Serve warm with your favorite toppings think maple syrup, berries, Nutella, or even whipped cream!

Pro Tips for Making the Recipe

  • Don’t overmix the batter overworking it makes pancakes tough.
  • For evenly sized pancakes, use a small cookie scoop or spoon.
  • Make a large batch and freeze leftovers for quick weekday breakfasts.
  • Want more pancakes? Double the recipe or try my oat milk pancake base and make mini-sized scoops!

How to Serve

These mini pancakes are the ultimate fun breakfast! Serve them with:

  • Warm maple syrup
  • Sliced bananas and strawberries
  • A drizzle of peanut butter or Nutella
  • Sprinkles and whipped cream for a party vibe!

Turn them into pancake cereal by putting them in a bowl and pouring over warm milk or yogurt kids love it!

Make Ahead and Storage

  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 4 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to a zip-top bag. Keeps well for up to 2 months.
  • To Reheat: Pop in the microwave for 20–30 seconds or warm on a skillet.

A Little Story From My Kitchen

There’s something incredibly nostalgic about pancakes. Growing up, weekends in my family always started with the smell of pancakes sizzling on the stove. But now that I have little ones of my own, I wanted to recreate that same magic just in a mini version that’s fun, cute, and totally kid-approved.

These mini pancakes were a happy accident on a rainy Sunday morning. My kids were craving pancakes, and I had the idea to make them teeny-tiny, just for fun. Well… they loved it. Now it’s become a weekly tradition in our home, and honestly, I don’t think we’re ever going back to full-size pancakes again.

Trust me, these mini pancakes aren’t just adorable they’re golden, fluffy, and perfect for dipping, stacking, or even turning into pancake cereal. If you’re looking for a new twist on a classic breakfast, this recipe is your new go-to!

FAQs

Can I make these pancakes gluten-free?

Yes! Just use your favorite gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Make sure it has xanthan gum for the right texture.

What kind of milk works best?

Any kind! Regular, oat, almond, or soy milk all give great results.

Can I freeze mini pancakes?

Absolutely. Let them cool completely, freeze on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Reheat and they’re just as fluffy.

Why are my pancakes flat?

Flat pancakes usually mean overmixed batter or inactive baking powder. Mix gently and use fresh ingredients!

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a fun, easy, and totally adorable twist on classic pancakes, these Mini Pancakes are it. They come together in just 20 minutes, use simple pantry staples, and are guaranteed to bring smiles whether you’re serving them to little ones or enjoying them with your morning coffee.

From weekend brunches to playful breakfasts, these miniature pancakes are as delicious as they are cute. Don’t be surprised if they become your new favorite breakfast go-to. 🥞💛

Now it’s your turn! Try them out and let me know in the comments how you served yours syrup, fruit, whipped cream? I can’t wait to hear all the delicious combos you come up with!

A plate of golden mini pancakes stacked with powdered sugar, fresh raspberries, and drizzled with syrup.

Mini Pancakes

Everyone will fall in love with these adorable mini pancakes! Made with everyday pantry staples, this fun pancake cereal recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. They’re golden, fluffy, and perfect for both kids and adults. Whether you’re making them for breakfast or brunch, these bite-sized treats will become a weekly favorite!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine American, Homemade
Servings 25 mini pancakes
Calories 55 kcal

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup milk of choice (regular or dairy free)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter or applesauce
  • 3/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Instructions
 

  • Add milk, vanilla extract, melted butter, and egg to a medium bowl and whisk until combined, then set aside.
  • Add in the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pour in the wet ingredients and whisk until just combined. Don’t over-mix the batter—some small lumps are okay.
  • Heat a large skillet or nonstick griddle to medium-low heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil spray.
  • Scoop 1 scant tablespoon of batter onto the pan. When bubbles form on top, flip and cook 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  • Remove from heat and add toppings of choice. Enjoy!

Notes

For a bigger batch, use the oat milk pancake recipe and make smaller scoops. These pancakes freeze well let cool completely, freeze in a single layer, then store in a zip-top bag.
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