Griddlecakes: meaning, definitions and examples

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griddlecakes

 

[ ˈɡrɪdəlˌkeɪks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

flapjacks, pancakes

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

Etymology

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.