Dill Pickle Pancake Muffin Bars (Printer-Friendly)

Tangy pickles meet fluffy batter for savory bars. Great for snacks or brunch with a playful, crunchy twist.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1 cup buttermilk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1/4 cup dill pickle brine

→ Add-Ins

10 - 3/4 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
11 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
12 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
13 - 2 tablespoons green onions, finely sliced

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease the pan.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and dill pickle brine until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
05 - Fold in chopped dill pickles, fresh dill, cheddar cheese, and green onions evenly throughout the batter.
06 - Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan in an even layer.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the bars comes out clean.
08 - Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Lift the baked bars out using parchment paper and slice into portions. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Unusual flavor combination for pickle lovers
  • Easy vegetarian snack or brunch option
02 -
  • Contains wheat (gluten) eggs and dairy if using buttermilk and cheese
  • Let bars cool well before slicing for best texture
03 -
  • Use extra chopped pickled jalapeños for more tang
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for buttermilk or omit cheese for dairy-free
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