Griddlecakes: meaning, definitions and examples
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griddlecakes
[ ˈɡrɪdəlˌkeɪks ]
breakfast food
Griddlecakes are a type of pancake that is cooked on a griddle. They are typically made with flour, milk, eggs, and butter. Griddlecakes are often served with syrup or fruit toppings.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I ordered a stack of griddlecakes for breakfast.
- My grandmother used to make the best griddlecakes on Sunday mornings.
Translations
Translations of the word "griddlecakes" in other languages:
🇵🇹 panquecas
🇮🇳 पैनकेक
🇩🇪 Pfannkuchen
🇮🇩 panekuk
🇺🇦 панкейки
🇵🇱 naleśniki
🇯🇵 パンケーキ
🇫🇷 crêpes
🇪🇸 tortitas
🇹🇷 krep
🇰🇷 팬케이크
🇸🇦 فطائر
🇨🇿 lívance
🇸🇰 lívance
🇨🇳 煎饼
🇸🇮 palačinke
🇮🇸 pönnukökur
🇰🇿 құймақ
🇬🇪 ბლინები
🇦🇿 blinlər
🇲🇽 hotcakes
Word origin
The term 'griddlecakes' originated in the early 19th century in the United States. It was a popular breakfast food among early American settlers and has since become a staple in American cuisine. The word 'griddle' refers to the flat cooking surface on which the cakes are cooked, and 'cakes' denotes their pancake-like form. Over the years, griddlecakes have evolved to include various ingredients and flavors, but they continue to be enjoyed as a classic breakfast dish.
See also: griddle, griddlecake.