Mini Pancake Bites for Toddlers
These bite-sized pancakes are a fun and nutritious breakfast option for toddlers. Easy to make and customizable with fruits, they are a perfect finger food for little ones. With no added sugar, these pancakes are full of healthy ingredients to kickstart your toddler’s day.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Non-stick frying pan or griddle
- Ladle or spoon for pouring batter
- Silicone muffin tin (optional for bite-size pancakes)
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 1/2 cup milk whole or plant-based
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1/2 ripe banana mashed, optional for sweetness
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fruits blueberries, strawberries, or banana
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon (if using).
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and olive oil or butter. If using, stir in mashed banana and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped fruits (optional: you can mix the fruits into the batter or place them directly in the frying pan while cooking).
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat and lightly grease it. If using a muffin tin, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spoon small portions of the batter into the pan, forming mini pancakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. If using a muffin tin, spoon batter into cups and bake for about 10-12 minutes.
- Allow the pancakes to cool slightly before serving to your toddler.
- Details:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini pancakes (serves 1-2 toddlers)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-fried or Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Dairy-Free Option
- Keywords: Toddler breakfast, healthy pancake recipe, mini pancakes, fruit pancakes, quick toddler meal, easy breakfast ideas, toddler finger food.
- Nutrition (per serving, about 6 pancakes):
- Serving Size: 6 mini pancakes
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of unsweetened applesauce or mashed avocado into the batter.
Ensure pancakes are cooked thoroughly but not overdone. Keep the heat low to avoid burning.
You can freeze leftover mini pancakes and reheat them for a quick snack or breakfast.
For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk like almond or oat milk.
Ensure pancakes are cooked thoroughly but not overdone. Keep the heat low to avoid burning.
You can freeze leftover mini pancakes and reheat them for a quick snack or breakfast.
For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk like almond or oat milk.