Description
These Pancake Cups with Cream Cheese and Strawberries are a fun and delicious twist on classic pancakes! Soft, fluffy pancake cups filled with a creamy, slightly tangy cream cheese filling and topped with fresh strawberries—this is the perfect breakfast or brunch treat. They’re easy to make, kid-friendly, and perfect for meal prep.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey or powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- Maple syrup (optional, for drizzling)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Make the Pancake Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Step 3: Fill the Muffin Tin
Spoon the pancake batter into the greased muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Step 4: Bake the Pancake Cups
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let them cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin.
Step 5: Make the Cream Cheese Filling
While the pancake cups are baking, mix the softened cream cheese, honey (or powdered sugar), and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Fill and Serve
Once the pancake cups have slightly cooled, use a spoon or piping bag to fill each cup with the cream cheese mixture. Top with diced strawberries and a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Make it ahead: Bake the pancake cups in advance and fill them right before serving.
- Use other fruits: Swap strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or a mix of berries.
- Make it dairy-free: Use a dairy-free cream cheese alternative and almond milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American