Mini Pancake Skewers
Fluffy bite-size pancakes with strawberries, banana, and blueberries for a playful brunch dish.
Mini Pancake Skewers alternate fluffy bite-size pancakes with strawberries, banana, and blueberries for a playful brunch dish. A lightly mixed batter and a properly heated surface create golden outsides and soft centers.
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Ingredients
For the Mini Pancakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Assembly
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced thick
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 banana, sliced
- Maple syrup, for serving
- 12 short wooden skewers
Substitutions
- In Mini Pancake Skewers, unsweetened oat or soy milk can replace dairy milk in the same quantity; choose a neutral flavor.
- Replace melted butter with neutral oil or melted dairy-free butter.
Instructions
Step 1: Make the batter
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk buttermilk, egg, butter, and vanilla separately, then stir together just until combined.

Step 2: Cook mini pancakes
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Drop 1 tablespoon batter per pancake and cook until bubbles appear; flip and cook 30 to 45 seconds more.

Step 3: Cool briefly
Transfer pancakes to a rack so steam does not make them soggy.
Step 4: Assemble
Thread mini pancakes, strawberries, banana slices, and blueberries onto the skewers.

Step 5: Serve
Serve immediately with maple syrup on the side.

How to Store Leftovers
Cool Mini Pancake Skewers completely, stack portions with parchment between them, and refrigerate airtight for up to 3 days. Freeze a single layer before transferring to a freezer bag for longer storage.
How to Reheat
Reheat Mini Pancake Skewers in a toaster, dry skillet, or 325°F oven until warm; avoid adding liquid.
Ways to Serve
- Maple syrup
- Greek yogurt dip
- Fresh berries
- Breakfast sausage
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using a pan that is too hot.
- Overmixing the batter.
- Pressing or flipping repeatedly.
Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 235 |
| Protein | 6g |
| Carbohydrates | 39g |
| Fat | 7g |
| Sugar | 13g |
Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I flip Mini Pancake Skewers?
Flip when bubbles appear across the surface, the edges lose their wet shine, and the underside is golden.
What substitution works well in Mini Pancake Skewers?
In Mini Pancake Skewers, unsweetened oat or soy milk can replace dairy milk in the same quantity; choose a neutral flavor.
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