A platter of petite pancakes, mini scones, and fresh fruit with syrup, perfect for leisurely mornings.
# What You Need:
→ Mini Pancakes
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 3/4 cup buttermilk
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Butter or oil, for cooking
→ Mini Scones
11 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
12 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
13 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
14 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
16 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
17 - 1 large egg
18 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
19 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries or mini chocolate chips (optional)
→ Fruit Selection
20 - 1 cup strawberries, sliced
21 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
22 - 1 cup blueberries
23 - 1 cup grapes, halved
24 - 1 orange, peeled and segmented
→ For Serving
25 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, served in a small pitcher
26 - Whipped cream (optional)
27 - Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
# Steps:
01 - Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and stir until just combined. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls to form small pancakes. Cook 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a cooling rack.
02 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk heavy cream, egg, and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in dried cranberries or chocolate chips if using. Turn dough onto a floured surface and pat to 3/4-inch thickness. Cut into 1-inch rounds or triangles and arrange on baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until golden. Cool on a rack.
03 - Wash, peel, and slice strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, grapes, and orange segments. Pat dry all fruit.
04 - Arrange mini pancakes and scones in curved lines on a serving board or large platter. Fill spaces with clusters of prepared fruit. Place the maple syrup pitcher in the center. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve whipped cream on the side if desired.
