These bite-sized pancakes are perfect for satisfying your fall cravings. They're packed with pumpkin flavor, moist and fluffy, and ideal for a quick breakfast, snack, or even dessert!
Here's why you'll love them:
- Easy to Make: Requires minimal ingredients and oven baking for a fuss-free treat that kids can help to bake up.
- Flavorful: Pumpkin puree and warm spices bring the taste of fall to every bite.
- Customizable: Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup for extra flavor.
- Perfect Portions: Bite-sized pancakes are ideal for portion control or grabbing on the go. They can freeze easily and be enjoyed anywhere!
Pumpkin Pancake Bite Ingredients
Dry Ingredients (pancake mix/flour, salt, spices, sugar): Form the base for structure and add sweetness and pumpkin spice flavor.
Wet Ingredients (eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla): Bind everything together, add moisture and contribute to fluffiness. Eggs add structure, milk activates leavening, pumpkin puree adds moisture and pumpkin flavor, and vanilla enhances overall taste (optional). Just make sure to not use pumpkin pie filling and use only canned pumpkin.
How to Make Pumpkin Pancake Bites
Preheat: Oven to 350°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
Mix Dry: In a bowl, whisk pancake mix (or flour, salt, spices, sugar).
Mix Wet: In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla (optional).
Combine: Gently fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Don't overmix!
Fill & Bake: Pour batter into greased mini muffin tins (¾ full). Bake 8-10 minutes (toothpick test). The bites should be golden brown and springy.
Cool & Enjoy: Let cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite toppings (maple syrup, whipped cream, etc.).
FAQS
Can I substitute pancake mix?
Absolutely! Here's what you'll need to replace the pancake mix:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust based on your pancake mix)
How should I store leftover bites?
Store leftover bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze them in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds until warmed through.
Can I reheat these bites?
Yes! You can reheat leftover bites in the microwave for a few seconds until warmed through or heat them in a toaster oven for a slightly crispier exterior.
What are some topping ideas?
Here are some topping ideas to take your mini pancake bites to the next level:
- Maple syrup (classic choice)
- Whipped cream
- Fresh fruit (berries, sliced banana)
- Chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
- A drizzle of caramel sauce
- A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar
- A dollop of Greek yogurt for a protein boost
Tasty Fall Muffin Recipes to Try Today
- Jumbo Pumpkin Muffins
- Banana Pumpkin Muffins
- Mini Pumpkin Pies
- Caramel Pumpkin Muffins
- Nutritious Pumpkin Muffins (made with oats)
📖 Recipe
Mini Pumpkin Pancake Bites
Equipment
- oven Adjusted to center rack position
- mini muffin tin(s)
- scooper
- mixing bowl
- Whisk
- measuring cups and spoons
- nonstick baking spray
Ingredients
- 2 cups complete pancake mix *We love Birch Bender's
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin spice
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. and make sure the oven is adjusted to the center rack position.
- Spray a 24-count mini muffin tin pan with nonstick spray.
- Whisk together all the ingredients until smooth and combined.
- Using a mini tablespoon scooper, add batter to each mini muffin tin spot. You can go up to almost the top of each space.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes. Pancake bites will be fluffy and feel firm.
- Allow bites to cool for 5 minutes before removing them from the pan.
- Serve warm with some syrup for dipping.
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