Air Fryer Pancake Bites

Air Fryer Pancake Bites are made with buttermilk, flour, butter, and vanilla; bake at 350°F for 12 minutes until fluffy and golden for easy dipping.

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Time
12 min
Temp
350°F
Calories
180
Serves
4
Air Fryer Pancake Bites

Method

  1. 1

    Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla, then pour into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

  3. 3

    Fold in chocolate chips or blueberries if desired.

  4. 4

    Spray silicone muffin molds with cooking spray and fill each cavity about two-thirds full with batter.

  5. 5

    Air fry at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden on top and a toothpick comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Let cool for 2 minutes before removing from molds and serving with maple syrup.

Pro tip. Don't overmix the batter — a few lumps are fine and will result in fluffier pancake bites. Silicone molds work best here because they flex easily for removal.

Why the air fryer wins here

  • Ready in 12 minutes. The same dish takes about 19 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
  • Fast-moving hot air browns the outside before the inside dries out, so you get color without babysitting.
  • Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.

Storing and reheating

Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.

Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes rather than the microwave so the outside crisps back up. See the reheat guide for exact times by food.

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