Pancake Muffins are the ultimate breakfast treat—light, fluffy, and packed with classic pancake flavor, all in the convenient, portable form of a muffin! Perfect for busy mornings or for prepping ahead, these muffins bring the best of pancakes without the need for flipping on the stovetop. You can add your favorite pancake toppings, like blueberries, chocolate chips, or even crumbled bacon, directly into the batter, making each muffin a delightful, customizable bite. Serve them warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or a pat of butter for an easy breakfast everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Mix-Ins:
- 1/2 cup blueberries, chocolate chips, or diced strawberries
- 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon (for a savory twist)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, milk, egg, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in any optional mix-ins, like blueberries, chocolate chips, strawberries, or bacon.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.
- Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Serve: Let the muffins cool slightly, then serve warm with maple syrup for dipping, if desired.
These Pancake Muffins make a deliciously easy breakfast that’s perfect for on-the-go mornings or weekend brunches. The flavors of pancakes in muffin form will satisfy any breakfast craving with a simple, fun twist!