These Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders Are My Favorite Sweet-Savory Brunch Bite

What do you get when you cross the best parts of breakfast—pancakes, bacon, maple syrup, and butter—into one handheld creation? You get these Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle, aka your new favorite sweet-savory brunch bite. They’re buttery, fluffy, crispy, and dripping in golden goodness.


Why I Love This Recipe

These little pancake sandwiches are magic. They’re sweet, savory, sticky, and just the right size for snacking or stacking high on a brunch board. The smoky crunch of the bacon against fluffy pancakes and silky honey butter? Absolute perfection.

They remind me of the cozy comfort in Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites and the crowd-wowing flair of Baked Brie Appetizer, but with breakfast energy and slider fun.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup pancake mix
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 6 slices of bacon
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp butter (for maple sauce)
  • 2 tbsp butter (for honey butter)
  • 2 tbsp honey

Swaps and Notes

  • Pancake mix: Use your favorite boxed mix or homemade batter.
  • Bacon: Try thick-cut or even candied bacon for extra indulgence.
  • Add-ins: Fold a pinch of cinnamon into the batter for a warm twist.
  • For kids: Make mini versions using a tablespoon of batter for bite-sized sliders.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, fry bacon until crispy. Drain and cut each slice in half.
  2. Make the Pancakes: In a bowl, whisk pancake mix, milk, and egg until smooth.
  3. Griddle Time: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle. Pour 1/4 cup batter to form small pancakes. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  4. Assemble Sliders: Stack one bacon half between two pancakes to form sliders.
  5. Maple Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter with maple syrup. Stir to combine and keep warm.
  6. Honey Butter Drizzle: In a small bowl, whip 2 tbsp softened butter with honey until smooth.
  7. Drizzle and Serve: Pour warm maple butter over the sliders, then add a final drizzle of honey butter. Serve immediately.

Tips for Success

  • Use a squeeze bottle or cookie scoop to keep pancake sizes even.
  • Keep pancakes warm in a low oven (200°F) while cooking batches.
  • For extra flair, sprinkle sliders with powdered sugar before serving.
  • Add a toothpick to each slider for a party-friendly presentation.

Serving Suggestions and Pairings

Build a brunch board with these pancake sliders at the center. Pair them with:


Storage and Leftover Tips

  • Fridge: Store components separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Microwave pancakes and bacon separately; assemble fresh.
  • Freeze: Freeze pancakes flat and bacon wrapped; reheat and assemble with fresh drizzle.

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Final Thoughts

These Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle are everything brunch should be: easy, indulgent, and guaranteed to make your guests (or kids) swoon. Stack ’em high, drizzle generously, and savor every bite.

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