Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1/4 cup
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Buttermilk: 1 cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Melted butter: 1/4 cup
- Cooked bacon, chopped: 1/2 cup
- Scrambled eggs: 1/2 cup
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 1/2 cup
- Vegetable oil, for greasing the cake pop maker
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the bacon, eggs, and cheese.
- Grease the cake pop maker with vegetable oil.
- Fill each cake pop maker well with about 1 tablespoon of the batter.
- Bake for 5-6 minutes, or until the pancake balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Allow the pancake balls to cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per pancake ball (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Bite-sized and portable
- Sweet and savory flavors
- Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or snacks
- Can be easily customized with different toppings
User Comments:
- "These pancake balls were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them."
- "I love the combination of bacon, eggs, and cheese. It's like a savory pancake in a bite!"
- "These are perfect for on-the-go breakfasts or snacks. They're also great for kids."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overfill the cake pop maker wells, as the batter will expand during baking.
- If you don't have a cake pop maker, you can bake the pancake balls in a mini muffin tin at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
- Serve the pancake balls immediately for the best flavor and texture.
