Let’s be honest—mornings are chaos. Between missing socks, packed schedules, and last-minute “Mom, I need a snack for school!” moments, breakfast (or snack prep) often gets pushed to the bottom of the list.
Enter: these super easy Mini Muffins.
They take less than 20 minutes, use one bowl, and somehow manage to please both my not-picky child and my extremely picky one—which is a win in any parent’s book. 💪
Mini, fluffy, and packed with just enough chocolate (or other add-in) to keep little hands reaching for more.
📝 Ingredients
Just a few pantry staples (and a shortcut!) are all you need:
- 1 cup of pancake mix or choice
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- Optional add-ins of choice
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix muffin mix, egg, and milk until just combined.
- Scoop the batter into a mini muffin pan—grease it or use liners for easy cleanup.
- Sprinkle a few chocolate chips or other add-on on top for fun (optional but recommended!).
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let them cool slightly… or eat them warm if your kids don’t want to wait.
⏱️ Time-Saving Breakdown:
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Bake time: 10–12 minutes
- Total time: About 15–20 minutes
🧁 Why We Love These:
- Kid-approved by even the pickiest of eaters (yes, mine!)
- Perfect for lunchboxes, road trips, or after-school snacks
- Freezer-friendly: stash a batch in a zip-top bag for emergencies
- Minimal mess = happy mom
💡 Tips:
- Add a splash of vanilla or a pinch of cinnamon for flavor boosts
- Use a cookie scoop to keep muffin sizes consistent
- Want to sneak in something extra? Fold in mashed banana or grated zucchini
💬 Let’s Chat:
Have a picky eater win with this recipe?
Share your version in the comments or tag me on Facebook at From Work to Table — I’d love to see how your batch turned out!
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