Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites
These Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites are soft, fluffy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Juicy blueberries and bright lemon zest come together in bite-sized pancake poppers that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack. Finished with a smooth cream cheese icing, they feel special without being complicated.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Light, fluffy mini pancakes with crisp edges
- Fresh lemon flavor balances the sweet blueberries
- Perfect finger-food breakfast bites
- Fun alternative to classic pancakes
- Great for brunch tables and gatherings
Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites
Ingredients
Pancake Bites
Cream Cheese Icing
Cake flourKosher saltBaking powderSugarEvaporated milkFresh lemon juiceLemon zestEggVanilla extractButter, meltedBlueberries (fresh or frozen)Cream cheese, room temperatureButterPowdered sugarVanilla extractMilk
Instructions
Cream Cheese Icing
Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites
Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy.Add powdered sugar and mix until smooth.Stir in milk and vanilla until the icing is pourable.In a medium bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar.In a separate bowl, combine evaporated milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Let rest for 5 minutes.Whisk in egg, vanilla, and melted butter.Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently mix without overworking the batter.Heat pancake popper or ebelskiver pan with a small amount of butter.Fill each cavity about ¾ full and gently press blueberries into the batter.Cook for 1 minute, flip carefully, and cook another 1½ minutes until golden.Serve warm with cream cheese icing drizzled on top.These Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites are best enjoyed fresh and warm.
Notes
Ingredients
Pancake Bites
- Cake flour
- Kosher salt
- Baking powder
- Sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- Butter, melted
- Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Cream Cheese Icing
- Cream cheese, room temperature
- Butter
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Milk
Instructions
Cream Cheese Icing
- Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
- Stir in milk and vanilla until the icing is pourable.
Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, combine evaporated milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Whisk in egg, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently mix without overworking the batter.
- Heat pancake popper or ebelskiver pan with a small amount of butter.
- Fill each cavity about ¾ full and gently press blueberries into the batter.
- Cook for 1 minute, flip carefully, and cook another 1½ minutes until golden.
- Serve warm with cream cheese icing drizzled on top.
These Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites are best enjoyed fresh and warm.
Tips & Tricks
- Do not overmix the batter to keep bites fluffy
- Fresh blueberries give the best texture
- Adjust icing thickness with milk as needed
- Serve with powdered sugar if skipping icing
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 24 pancake bites
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Difficulty: Easy
Notes
If you don’t have an ebelskiver pan, a mini muffin pan works well in the oven.
Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~210
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 8 g
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these without an ebelskiver pan?
Yes, use a mini muffin pan and bake until lightly golden.
Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes, do not thaw them before adding.
Can I make them ahead of time?
Yes, reheat gently before serving.
Storage
Store leftover pancake bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat briefly before serving.
Similar Recipes
- Lemon Blueberry Pancakes
- Mini Pancake Muffins
- Berry Breakfast Bites
Conclusion
These Blueberry Lemon Pancake Bites are bright, fluffy, and irresistibly cozy. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they’re a fun twist on classic pancakes that everyone loves.