Fluffy Pancake Brie Bites (Printable Version)

Soft pancakes encase creamy brie cubes for a sweet and savory bite, ideal for brunch or snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 cup whole milk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Filling

10 - 8 ounces brie cheese, cut into 24 small cubes (about 3/4 inch each)

→ For Baking

11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for greasing)

→ Optional Topping

12 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
13 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease the cups of a mini muffin tin with melted butter.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
05 - Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup.
06 - Place a brie cube in the center of each cup, then cover with another spoonful of batter to enclose the cheese.
07 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted beside the brie comes out clean.
08 - Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then run a knife around the edges to remove the bites.
09 - Drizzle with honey or maple syrup and sprinkle with nuts if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're a showstopper appetizer that actually takes minimal effort, letting you spend time with guests instead of stuck in the kitchen.
  • The sweet-savory balance is addictive—your mouth gets excited in a way regular pancakes don't quite manage.
  • They bake hands-free, so you can prep other dishes or just breathe while they puff up in the oven.
02 -
  • Do not overmix your batter—lumpy is actually better because it keeps your bites tender and fluffy instead of dense and tough.
  • Make sure your brie cubes are roughly the same size so they bake evenly; one oversized piece will either stay cold or leak out the sides.
  • The brie will continue to soften slightly as these cool, so warm is the ideal serving temperature for that creamy, melting texture.
03 -
  • Cool the melted butter slightly before whisking it with the eggs—this prevents any risk of scrambling and keeps your batter silky smooth.
  • Use a small ice cream scoop or cookie scoop instead of a spoon for more consistent, evenly-baked bites that all finish at the same time.
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