Description
Learn how to make delicious Pancake Muffins with our ultimate guide. Perfect for busy mornings and special occasions!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients List
- For the Pancake Muffins:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup diced strawberries
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Pancake Batter
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 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.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
2. Add Optional Ingredients
- Fold in Add-Ins: Gently fold in any optional add-ins such as blueberries, chocolate chips, strawberries, or bacon. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Fill the Muffin Tin
- Fill Muffin Cups: Using a scoop or spoon, fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter. This allows room for the muffins to rise without overflowing.
4. Bake the Muffins
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer the muffins to a cooling rack to cool completely.
5. Serve and Store
- Enjoy: Serve the Pancake Muffins warm with maple syrup, butter, or your favorite pancake toppings.
- Store: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh and high-quality ingredients enhance the flavor and texture of the muffins. Opt for organic eggs, fresh buttermilk, and high-quality flour for the best results.
- Avoid Overmixing: Overmixing the batter can lead to dense muffins. Mix just until the ingredients are combined and the batter is slightly lumpy.
- Customize with Add-Ins: Feel free to get creative with add-ins like fruits, nuts, chocolate chips, or bacon to suit your taste preferences.
- Preheat the Oven: Ensure the oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking to achieve even cooking.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Using room temperature eggs and butter helps create a smoother batter and more consistent muffins.