Description
Light, fluffy, and beautifully golden, these Mini German Pancakes are a quick breakfast favorite with just the right touch of sweetness. Perfect for anyone looking for easy breakfast ideas, fun food ideas for kids, or a make-ahead healthy snack. These puffed pancakes bake up in a muffin tin and are ideal for customizing with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re prepping easy dinner options or want to impress weekend guests, this easy recipe is a go-to for brunch or any meal of the day.
Ingredients
6 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 teaspoons butter (1/2 tsp per muffin cup)
Powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a muffin tin inside to heat.
2. In a blender, combine eggs, milk, flour, salt, and vanilla. Blend until smooth and frothy. Let it rest a few minutes.
3. Remove the hot muffin tin from the oven. Add 1/2 teaspoon of butter to each cup and let it melt fully.
4. Pour the batter into each muffin cup, filling halfway.
5. Bake for 13–15 minutes without opening the oven door until puffed and golden brown.
6. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately with desired toppings.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better rise and texture.
Don’t open the oven door while baking to maintain heat and puff.
You can blend the batter ahead and refrigerate it overnight for quick prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 95mg