# Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle
Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle is a hearty, gourmet upgrade to your regular breakfast pancakes. Crispy bacon and the luscious honey butter drizzle strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savoury and smokey. This delightful recipe guarantees a perfect start to your day or a tantalizingly delicious weekend brunch.
* Prep Time: 15 minutes
* Cook Time: 20 minutes
* Total Time: 35 minutes
## Why Make this Recipe
These sliders offer an exquisite blend of well-loved breakfast food. They can be easily prepared within a short span of time. In case you crave something novel instead of the regular pancake stack, this recipe is an absolute must-try.
## How to make Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle
Follow the steps below to make this delightful dish. Your taste-buds are in for a treat.
### Ingredients:
**Pancakes:**
* 1 cup all-purpose flour
* 1 tablespoon sugar
* 1 teaspoon baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 3/4 cup buttermilk
* 1 large egg
* 2 tablespoons melted butter
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
**Filling:**
* 8 strips smoky bacon
**Honey Butter Drizzle:**
* 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
* 3 tablespoons honey
* 2 tablespoons maple syrup
### Directions:
1. **Prepare Pancakes:**
Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients gradually, and stir till properly combined.
2. **Cook Pancakes:**
Heat a non-stick skillet at medium heat and lightly grease it. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. When bubbles form on the surface, flip the pancake and cook the other side until golden. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
3. **Cook Bacon:**
Fry bacon strips in a skillet till they are crispy. Then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess fat.
4. **Make Honey Butter Drizzle:**
Mix the softened butter, honey, and maple syrup in a bowl till the mixture is smooth.
5. **Assemble Sliders:**
Put a strip of bacon between two pancakes to get a slider. Finally, drizzle each slider with the honey butter mixture.
## How to Serve Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle
Serve these delicious sliders warm. These are perfect for sharing or indulging by yourself!
## How to Store Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle
It’s best to eat these sliders fresh. If you have leftovers, store them separately. Pancakes can go in an airtight container, bacon in a zip-lock bag and the honey butter drizzle in a jar. Refrigerate all of them.
## Tips to Make Smoky Maple Bacon Pancake Sliders with Honey Butter Drizzle
Remember to not over-mix the batter for fluffy pancakes. Cook bacon till it is crispy. It will be a delightful contrast to soft pancakes. Be generous with the honey butter drizzle!
## Variations
For a vegetarian alternative, replace bacon with avocado slices.
## FAQs
### Can the pancake batter be made ahead?
Yes, you can prepare the batter the night before and refrigerate it. Be sure to give it a good stir before using it.
### Can I use turkey bacon?
Absolutely! Turkey bacon can be a healthier alternative to regular bacon.
### Can I use a different syrup?
Yes, if you prefer, you can use syrup of your choice for the honey butter drizzle.