BRUNCH FAVORITE

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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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings6
DifficultyEasy

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.

Make the batter for Mini Pancake Skewers

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.

Cook mini pancakes for Mini Pancake Skewers

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.

Assemble for Mini Pancake Skewers

Step 5: Serve

Serve immediately with maple syrup on the side.

Finished Mini Pancake Skewers ready to serve

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.

About the Author

Written and edited by the FreshFork Recipes Team.

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