Save Adorable, bite-sized pancakes served like breakfast cereal—crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and perfect with milk, syrup, or fruit.
The first time I made mini pancake cereal, my family was amazed at how something so simple could be so charming. Everyone enjoyed getting creative with their favorite toppings and pouring milk over their pancakes for a playful breakfast twist.
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: 2 tbsp (28 g), plus more for cooking
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Maple syrup, honey, or milk: To serve
- Fresh berries or sliced banana: Optional, for topping
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Make the batter:
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined (do not overmix; a few lumps are fine).
- Prepare for piping:
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or squeeze bottle for easy dispensing (or use a teaspoon).
- Heat skillet:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pipe mini pancakes:
- Pipe or drop small dots of batter, about 1/2 inch (1.5 cm) in diameter, onto the skillet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Flip pancakes:
- Cook for 1–2 minutes until bubbles form and the edges look set, then flip with a spatula or chopstick and cook another 1 minute until golden.
- Continue cooking:
- Repeat with remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
- Serve:
- Serve warm in a bowl. Add milk for a cereal experience or drizzle with syrup and top with fruit.
Save Making mini pancake cereal has become a fun weekend tradition. My kids love helping squeeze out the batter dots and creating their own pancake cereal bowls at the table.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, piping bag or squeeze bottle, nonstick skillet or griddle, spatula or chopstick
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), egg, milk (dairy). Always check ingredient labels for allergen information if you have dietary restrictions.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 215 calories, 7 g total fat, 32 g carbohydrates, 6 g protein
Save Mini pancake cereal makes breakfast extra fun and memorable. Enjoy your bite-sized pancakes with syrup, milk, or fresh fruit for a delightful start to your day.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do you keep mini pancakes crisp?
Cook the pancakes on a hot skillet, avoid overcrowding, and serve immediately for best crispiness.
- → Can I make mini pancake cereal dairy-free?
Yes, substitute plant-based milk and vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
- → What toppings go well with mini pancake cereal?
Maple syrup, honey, milk, berries, or sliced banana are all delicious pairing options.
- → How can I add extra flavor to the pancakes?
Try mixing mini chocolate chips or a pinch of cinnamon into the batter for extra taste.
- → Can I reheat leftover mini pancake cereal?
Yes, warm them in a toaster oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- → Is this suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this dish contains no meat and fits a vegetarian diet.