Pancake muffins combine the fluffy texture of pancakes with the convenience of muffins, making them perfect for breakfast on the go or a delightful brunch treat. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like berries, chocolate chips, or nuts.
Ingredients:
🥛 1 cup milk
🥚 1 large egg
🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
🍯 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
🍞 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
🥄 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
🥄 1 tablespoon baking powder
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
🍫 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
🍓 1/2 cup fresh berries (optional)
Equipment:
• Muffin tin
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula
• Non-stick spray or muffin liners
Preparation Time:
• Active: 15 minutes
• Baking: 15 minutes
• Total: 30 minutes
Approximate Nutrition per Muffin (without mix-ins):
• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fat: 3g
• Fiber: 0g
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray or line with muffin liners.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and honey (or maple syrup) until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5. Add Mix-ins: Gently fold in your choice of mix-ins, such as chocolate chips or fresh berries, if using.
6. Fill Muffin Tin: Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Cooking and Serving Tips:
• Storage: Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave for about 10 seconds to enjoy warm.
• Freezing: These muffins freeze well. Place cooled muffins in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave before serving.
• Customization: Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins like nuts, dried fruits, or spices such as cinnamon to suit your taste preferences.