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Mini Pancake Skewers

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Estimated Cost: $  6
Calories: 285
Best Season: Summer, Spring, Suitable throughout the year
Description

Looking for a fun and Instagram-worthy breakfast idea that’s as delicious as it is adorable? Try these Mini Pancake Skewers! Perfect for brunches, kids' breakfasts, or even as a creative meal-prep idea, these bite-sized stacks feature golden mini pancakes layered with fresh bananas and strawberries. They’re assembled on skewers for easy eating and topped with a drizzle of maple syrup and a light dusting of powdered sugar for that perfect sweet finish.

These pancake skewers are not only visually fun but also pack a healthy punch with fruit and can easily be customized to your dietary needs. Use whole wheat pancake batter or gluten-free mixes for variation, and add blueberries or kiwi for more color. Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or just want to make weekday mornings more exciting, this easy-to-make recipe will bring joy to your plate.

Kids love them, adults devour them, and they double as a finger-friendly snack or party food. Serve them warm or room temp, with a side of yogurt dip or nut butter for extra protein. A delicious way to serve breakfast — one skewer at a time! This whymiscal breakfast recipe servces for and costs an esimated $6.00 ($1.50 per serving).

Ingredients
  • 1 cup pancake mix (or homemade batter)
  • 3/4 cup milk (or as needed per pancake mix instructions)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil (for the batter)
  • 1 ripe banana, sliced into ¼-inch coins
  • 6 fresh 6–8 strawberries, halved
  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup (for drizzling)
  • 1 teaspoon powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • 8 wooden skewers
Instructions
  1. 1
    Make the Mini Pancakes:
    • Prepare your favorite mini pancake batter (store-bought or homemade) and cook on a griddle in silver-dollar-sized rounds until golden on both sides.
  2. 2
    Slice the Fruit:
    • While the pancakes cool, slice bananas into thick coins and halve the strawberries lengthwise.

     

  3. 3
    Assemble the Skewers:
    • On each wooden skewer, layer: pancake, banana slice, pancake, strawberry half. Repeat until the skewer is filled, leaving room at the bottom to hold.
  4. 4
    Add the Toppings:
    • Drizzle the assembled skewers with warm maple syrup and dust with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.

     

  5. 5
    Serve or Pack:

    • Serve immediately while warm or let them cool for meal prep, brunch trays, or on-the-go snacking.

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Samantha Doe
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I'm Samantha, a full-time food blogger, mother of 2 beautiful daughters and a lovely wife. I live in New Jersey with my family. Loves traveling, sharing new recipes, and spending time with my family.