Pancake cereal is exactly what it sounds like: hundreds of tiny, dime-sized pancakes eaten out of a bowl with a spoon. This viral trend took the internet by storm because it turns a standard breakfast into something incredibly fun and novel.

While it requires a little bit of patience to pipe out all those mini pancakes, the result is absolutely worth it. The tiny pancakes get slightly crispy on the edges, and when tossed in a bowl with melting butter and maple syrup (or even a splash of milk), it's the ultimate comfort food breakfast.

Ingredients You Need

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Butter and maple syrup for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.

2. In a separate small bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined (a few lumps are fine).

3. Transfer the pancake batter into a squeeze bottle or a zip-top bag with a tiny corner snipped off.

4. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and grease lightly with butter.

5. Squeeze tiny dots of batter (about the size of a dime) all over the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute until bubbles form on top.

6. Use a spatula to quickly toss and flip the mini pancakes, cooking for another 30 seconds until golden brown.

7. Transfer the cooked mini pancakes to a bowl. Top with a pat of butter and drizzle with maple syrup.

Troubleshooting: Why is my the Viral TikTok Pancake Cereal not turning out right?

If you are having trouble getting this recipe right, ensure you are measuring ingredients accurately. Baking and cooking are sciences, and the right ratios matter. Also, check your oven temperature; many ovens run hot or cold.