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Whip up these super quick and easy pancake muffins in just 15 minutes with only three ingredients – they’re the perfect breakfast shortcut for busy days, and you can even freeze extras for grab-and-go convenience!
Let me tell you, these muffins with pancake mix are a quick and easy spring breakfast idea that your family will actually get excited about!
This pancake muffin recipe is the ultimate breakfast hack! I’ve been using this trick for years, especially on busy mornings or when I want to make breakfast feel just a little extra special (hello, sprinkles!).
My pancake muffins recipe has gone viral too many times to count on Tiktok and Instagram. I even worked with Krusteaz pancakes to develop this recipe for a campaign and it’s in my new cookbook, Celebrating Every Day! I have had so many people rally behind this amazing breakfast recipe!
Pancake Muffin Recipe
This pancake muffin recipe requires only a handful of ingredients and comes together in minutes. It’s a guaranteed delicious hit!
It’s even perfect for spring brunches, Easter, or any fun weekend treat. Using Krusteaz pancake mix makes it incredibly easy—and yes, baking pancake batter in muffin pans is absolutely a game-changer!
Pancake Muffins Recipe Ingredients
You only need three ingredients to make these sweet little bites:
- Krusteaz Pancake Mix – I use the “just add water” kind. So easy and always comes out fluffy!
- Pastel M&M’s – Perfect for spring and such a cute topping.
- Colorful sprinkles – Because everything is better with sprinkles. 😉
- Optional: Serve them with maple syrup for dipping!
How to Make Pancake Muffins
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the Krusteaz pancake mix according to the package directions.
- Spray a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray (or use a non-stick muffin pan).
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with pancake batter.
- Top with pastel candies or sprinkles or mix and match!
- Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through.
- Cool on a wire rack for a few minutes, then serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup.
That’s it! Super simple and such a cute twist on your everyday pancake routine.
Pancake Muffins Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! While I love Krusteaz because it’s my go-to pancake mix since childhood (I can still remember my mom buying big bags from Costco), you can use any pancake mix you have on hand. Just make sure to follow the mixing instructions on the box.
Yes! These pancake muffins are easy to customize for any holiday. Use red and green M&M’s for Christmas, heart sprinkles for Valentine’s Day, or spooky candies for Halloween. So fun!
Pancake Muffins Recipe Variations
Want to change it up? Here are a few fun ways to make this recipe your own:
- Add mini chocolate chips for a classic twist.
- Mix in blueberries or diced strawberries for a fruity version.
- Top with cinnamon sugar for a donut-inspired vibe.
- Use festive paper muffin liners to match your holiday or party theme!
How to Serve
These muffin pancakes are perfect for breakfast-on-the-go or for dipping with a little bowl of maple syrup. You can also add a side of fruit and yogurt for a fun little brunch setup.
Oh, and did I mention, they’re also adorable on a tiered tray for a spring party or Easter morning spread?!
How to Store
Leftover pancake muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Warm them in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.
They also freeze beautifully! Just pop them in a freezer-safe bag, then thaw and reheat when you need a quick breakfast.
More Easy Spring Recipes You’ll Love
Want more spring baking ideas? Don’t miss our Bird’s Nest Cookies, Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls, Bunny Butt Funfetti Dip, Peeps S’mores Dip, or Easter Fluff. They’re all easy to make and guaranteed to brighten up your table!
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Muffins From Pancake Mix
Equipment
- 12 cup non stick muffin tin
Ingredients
- 1 box Krusteaz Pancake Mix
- pastel M&M's
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Make Krusteaz Pancake Mix according to the directions on the box.
- Spray a muffin pan with cooking spray, or use a non-stick pan. Fill each muffin pan well halfway with batter.
- Top some of the muffins with spring pastel candies and others with your favorite spring sprinkles.
- Put the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the pancake muffins from the pan and cool on a rack.
- Serve with maple syrup.
Love the recipe! If we freeze them, how would you recommend we eat them up to eat?
Thanks for sharing!
We usually just let ours defrost on the counter. You can always microwave too. =)