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Mini Pancake Skewers Recipe – Easy Fun Breakfast with Maple Syrup Dip

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Mini Pancake Skewers are a playful, bite-sized breakfast featuring fluffy buttermilk pancakes and fresh fruit, served on skewers with a creamy maple syrup dip. Perfect for brunch parties, potlucks, or a fun family breakfast that brings smiles to the table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese
  • Optional: pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract (for dip)
  • Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • Banana, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • Fresh blueberries (or raspberries)
  • Wooden or bamboo skewers (about 6-inch/15cm size)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently whisk until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. Preheat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat (about 350°F). Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
  5. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop small rounds of batter onto the hot surface (about 2 inches wide). Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form and edges set. Flip and cook another 30-60 seconds until golden. Transfer to a wire rack or plate. Repeat until all batter is used.
  6. In a small bowl, mix maple syrup and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add cinnamon or vanilla extract if desired.
  7. Hull and slice strawberries, peel and slice banana, and wash blueberries.
  8. Thread mini pancakes and fruit onto skewers, alternating for variety. Start and end with fruit for a pretty look.
  9. Arrange skewers on a platter with maple syrup dip on the side. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle extra syrup before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute almond or oat milk and vegan butter, and use coconut yogurt for the dip. Soak wooden skewers in water for 5-10 minutes to prevent splintering. Pancakes can be made ahead and frozen. Mix and match fruits for seasonal variety.

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