Save Fluffy mini pancake muffins infused with maple and bourbon, threaded onto skewers for a fun, brunch-ready treat.
I first made these pancake muffin skewers for a family brunch and they became an instant favorite. The bourbon and maple add warmth and flavor everyone loves.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups (190 g)
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Baking powder: 2 tsp
- Baking soda: ½ tsp
- Salt: ¼ tsp
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Pure maple syrup: ¼ cup (60 ml)
- Bourbon: 2 tbsp
- Unsalted butter, melted: ¼ cup (60 g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Wooden skewers: 12
- Maple syrup, for drizzling or dipping: ½ cup (120 ml)
- Fresh strawberries, blueberries, or banana slices (optional): For garnish
Instructions
- Prep Oven and Pan:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin (24 wells) or line with mini paper liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, maple syrup, bourbon, melted butter, and vanilla until well combined.
- Combine Batter:
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake Muffins:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared mini muffin wells, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 12
15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. - Assemble Skewers:
- Once cooled, thread 2
3 pancake muffins onto each skewer. Alternate with fresh fruit if desired. - Serve:
- Serve drizzled with extra maple syrup or with a side of maple syrup for dipping.
Save My kids love choosing their own fruit to skewer alongside the muffins. It turns brunch into a playful, interactive meal for everyone.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, mini muffin tin (24-well), wire rack, wooden skewers
Allergen Information
Contains wheat, eggs, and milk; may contain tree nuts if using optional add-ins or garnishes
Nutritional Information
Each skewer has about 160 calories, 5 g fat, 24 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein
Save Try these maple bourbon pancake muffin skewers for your next brunch. They are a guaranteed hit and make for a memorable, festive breakfast spread.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can bourbon be left out for kids?
Yes, replace bourbon with extra buttermilk for a kid-friendly version without changing the texture.
- → What fruits pair well with pancake muffin skewers?
Strawberries, blueberries, and banana slices work beautifully as fresh, sweet additions to each skewer.
- → How do I prevent muffins from sticking to the tin?
Grease the mini muffin tin well or use mini paper liners for easy removal after baking.
- → Can I add mix-ins to the batter?
Absolutely! Mini chocolate chips or blueberries can be gently folded into the batter for added flavor.
- → What is the best way to serve these skewers?
Serve with drizzled maple syrup or offer a side dish for dipping, and add fresh fruit for color and taste.