Description

Maple Pancake Poppers are fluffy, bite-sized pancake muffins baked in a mini muffin pan and finished with a sweet maple glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacking, these quick-to-make treats are customizable with mix-ins like mini chocolate chips or blueberries, and they’re ready in under 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
2 tbsp (25 g) sugar
1 tsp (4 g) baking powder
1/2 tsp (2 g) baking soda
1/4 tsp (1.5 g) salt
1 large egg
3/4 cup (180 ml) buttermilk
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
2 tbsp (30 g) melted butter
1/4 cup (45 g) mini chocolate chips (optional)
1/4 cup (40 g) blueberries (optional)

Maple Glaze:

1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
2 tbsp (30 ml) maple syrup
1–2 tsp (5–10 ml) milk

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, beat egg, then whisk in buttermilk, vanilla, and melted butter.
Pour wet ingredients into dry, stirring gently until just combined.
Fold in mini chocolate chips or blueberries if using.
Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full and bake 10–12 minutes until golden.
For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk until smooth.
Let poppers cool slightly, drizzle with glaze, and serve warm.

Notes

Use buttermilk for the best texture; substitute with milk + lemon juice if needed.

Glaze while warm so it soaks in slightly.

Keep mix-ins small to prevent sinking.

Make ahead by baking the night before and glazing in the morning.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12minutes
Category: Breakfast / Brunch / Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American