1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a cake pop or mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside. 🔥

2️⃣ In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add the milk, whole egg, vanilla, and melted butter. Whisk until mostly smooth. Don’t overmix; it’s okay if some lumps remain. 🥄

3️⃣ In another bowl, beat the remaining egg white until smooth peaks form. Gently fold into the batter until incorporated. Add mini chocolate chips if using. 🍫

4️⃣ Using a cookie scoop, fill each cake pop mold or muffin cup with pancake batter (fill it almost all the way) and place in the oven. 🧁

5️⃣ Bake for 12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Immediately invert pancake poppers onto a wire rack and let cool for 5 minutes or until they’re safe to handle. Serve with your favorite toppings. ⏳🍯