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Best Pancakes on a Great Griddle!

June 14, 2014 by Mary 40 Comments

Pancakes cooking on a griddle. Well they say that summer is here – heh heh – I wore a silk shawl and a raincoat on Thursday. Did you hear that – a COAT – in mid-June. Who ever heard of such a thing! But truly, it is the grilling season and the good folks at Wilton Armetale wanted to send me a griddle to try out. I said, “SURE, I know that brand well!” When my husband and I got married some 33 years ago (eee gads!), we received so many Wilton Armetale pieces – several different sizes of platters, bowls, and other serving dishes. At the time, we had never heard of them. (what did we know?) They must have had a marketing initiative and became all the rage. They were pretty – looked like pewter but no need to polish. We still use those same pieces today. Pancakes cooking on a griddle.

So now, I guess they figured out that the material is a great conductor of heat and are positioning this griddle as a “cook and serve” piece. For cooking it is terrific, but I personally don’t see the need to bring a hot grill pan to the table. No matter, this is an excellent griddle. I love the size – it spans two burners so you can cook six big pancakes at a time! Which is exactly what I did the first time out. You can also use this on your outdoor grill for things like asparagus and other vegetables. The smooth surface is a nice alternative rather than having grill marks, when you don’t want them.

I’d like to share with you this pancake recipe from AllRecipes.com. I looked for an easy one as I’m not about to be whipping egg whites and folding them in on a Sunday morning, as my brother Steve does. He LOVES making breakfast, and we get to be the lucky receivers/eaters when we are all together. I love to eat a great breakfast without spending too much time making it and then get on with the day filled with an already too big list of things I need to do on a weekend, if you know what I mean. This recipe produced super light and fluffy cakes – give it a go tomorrow morning and let me know how it works for you!

My mother always served us our pancakes with melted butter and warmed maple syrup. She would say, “Well how can you put a cold pat of butter on your pancakes – it’ll take some time to melt and then everything will get cold. You need warm melted butter and warm syrup – not cold syrup from the refrigerator.”

I know, we were spoiled, and I have kept up that tradition. 🙂
Pancakes on a plate.

GOOD OLD FASHIONED PANCAKES – serves 4 – adapted from AllRecipes.com (they say this serves 8, but I think not)

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tbs. white sugar
1 1/4 cups milk
1 egg, lightly beaten 
3 tbs. butter, melted

In a medium bowl, lightly beat the egg and combine with the milk and melted butter. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the liquid mixture; mix until smooth. Let rest for 5 minutes to let the baking powder activate.

Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.    

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  1. The Vegan 8 says

    June 14, 2014 at 5:17 PM

    These look fabulous Mary! So fluffy and beautiful. Truly there is not a better breakfast in my opinion, than pancakes. I only save them for weekends typically or I’ll eat too many calories because I love syrup on them 🙂
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:23 PM

      Thank you!! They were really fluffy – not sure how they’d be if you replaced the flour though, to make them gluten-free for you.

      Reply
  2. The Healthy Epicurean says

    June 14, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    Oh wow! melted butter and maple syrup. How decadent is that? Delicious! 🙂
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:24 PM

      Yes – my mom did make it decadent – and it’s a wonder she did it too, with 6 kids!

      Reply
  3. Jovina Coughlin says

    June 14, 2014 at 10:12 PM

    I also make my pancakes on a similar griddle, but mine is made by Swiss Diamond. Your pancakes turned out beautifully.
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:25 PM

      Thanks Jovina!! I did like this griddle!

      Reply
  4. Tandy | Lavender and Lime says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:20 AM

    What a clever idea to use warm butter at the end! I love this style of grill Mary Frances 🙂
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:26 PM

      Thanks Tandy!! The melted butter is a treat, and the grill is spacious!

      Reply
  5. Margot | Gather and Graze says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:20 AM

    I love that you’re continuing your mother’s tradition of the melted butter and warmed maple syrup – makes perfect sense when you think about it! These pancakes look super delicious!
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:27 PM

      I know – it does make perfect sense!! Thanks Margot!

      Reply
  6. Angie (@angiesrecipess) says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:32 AM

    wow Mary, these pancakes look so soft and perfect!
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:27 PM

      They were delish!! Thanks Angie!

      Reply
  7. tinywhitecottage says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:06 AM

    I love that griddle. I could use one myself. Made pancakes last weekend and stood over the stove forever making them one by one, then placing them in the warm oven to stay warm. I actually like the idea of bringing the warm griddle to the table. Perhaps it would help keep the extra’s warm… Great post Mary!
    tinywhitecottage recently posted…roasted red corn with warm cumin butterMy Profile

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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:34 PM

      Hi Seana! Well get on over to the Wilton Armetale site and buy one! I am enjoying it!

      Reply
  8. apuginthekitchen says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:45 PM

    Looks like a great griddle and your pancakes look absolutely perfect.
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      Thanks Suzanne!! It is a good griddle – great for Turkey Reubens too!

      Reply
  9. ela@GrayApron says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:42 PM

    Wow, you cooked pancakes on that?! They look fantastic!

    ela h.

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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      You bet! Thanks Ela!! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    June 16, 2014 at 2:50 AM

    It looks nifty but does it heat evenly if you put it on two burners? I want pancakes now. 🙂
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:41 PM

      Well I adjusted the heat as the back burner is smaller so I had that a little closer to high and the front larger burner at a low medium-high. This is my very old electric stove in our upstate house – but it works fine and in the city I have Jenn-Air – and during 7 years, all of the appliances have broken at least twice, having had to completely replace the microwave and dishwasher about a year ago! So I am sticking with the old stuff until it breaks!

      Reply
  11. MARIE PINCKNEY says

    June 16, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    Dear Mary,
    I am always in search of the perfect griddle so I will try this!
    One of my most treasured memories was my Dad making pancakes for us so I appreciate your
    blog bringing back this memory.
    Thank you,
    Marie

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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:42 PM

      Awww – that’s so nice that he made the pancakes!!! I’ll get you one for a house warming gift!

      Reply
  12. wok with ray says

    June 17, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    Married 33 years, wow that is admirable! Compared to what we see and hear nowadays — married 33 DAYS is very common. 🙂 Now I am craving for pancake after seeing what you cooked.
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:44 PM

      Thanks Ray!! (we’ve actually been together 38 years!)

      Reply
  13. Pat says

    June 17, 2014 at 6:18 PM

    Great looking pancakes. I’m hungry and can almost taste them. 🙂
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:44 PM

      Thanks Pat!!

      Reply
  14. Liz says

    June 18, 2014 at 9:22 PM

    What a nice griddle! And I love how your mom spoiled you with warmed butter and syrup…such TLC!!
    Liz recently posted…Greek Farro Salad #PicnicGame #SkinnyTipMy Profile

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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:45 PM

      I know Liz – we were lucky!!

      Reply
  15. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

    June 19, 2014 at 10:01 PM

    What a neat griddle! There’s nothing like old-fashioned pancakes. I love them! Yours are making me wish it was time for breakfast!
    Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen recently posted…Greek Pasta Salad RecipeMy Profile

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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:46 PM

      Well make ’em in the morning, Christin!! And this griddle is great!

      Reply
  16. justaddattitude says

    June 20, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    I hope the weather is now more summer-like. These pancakes look exceedingly good.
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:47 PM

      We are now officially in the heat of summer! Thanks on the pancakes – you should really try them!!

      Reply
  17. tableofcolors says

    June 21, 2014 at 1:10 PM

    I have always loved pancakes and the griddle is wonderful…its been years since I used one since they don’t have griddles in Finland 🙂
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:48 PM

      Aww – no griddles in Finland? I wonder why. This is an excellent one – and they might ship it to you from their site.

      Reply
  18. Lilly Sue says

    June 26, 2014 at 5:36 PM

    Oh yummy! These pancakes look very delicious! I like that pan too- I have been wanting a double burner pan for this exact reason!
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:49 PM

      Yes, Lilly Sue, it’s really nice to have the large area to work with on the griddle!

      Reply
  19. Mandy - The Complete Book says

    June 27, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    I haven’t made crumpets for the longest time. Think I know what is for breakfast tomorrow morning.
    Have a lovely day.
    🙂 Mandy xo
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:52 PM

      Thanks Mandy!! I hope yours turned out great!

      I think I’ll make your Coconut Chicken Curry this week!

      Reply
  20. Stephanie says

    July 12, 2014 at 3:44 PM

    Wow! These pancakes look incredible! I can’t believe how fluffy they look!! I can’t wait to try them!!
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    • Mary Frances says

      July 13, 2014 at 3:53 PM

      They were darn good Stephanie!! If you get a chance, please let me know how yours turn out.

      Reply

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