Creating Pancake Poppers is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a mini muffin pan, lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; a few lumps are okay.
5. Add Fillings: Gently fold in your choice of chocolate chips or fruit.
6. Fill Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each well about 2/3 full.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool Slightly: Allow the poppers to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
9. Serve Warm: Enjoy them warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with maple syrup, if desired.

These easy steps will help you create fluffy and delightful Pancake Poppers, full of flavor and fun!