Mini Griddle Cakes – Yup, it is that time of year again when we all (who have kids that is) start to think of the dreaded lunchbox. #SundaySupper is here to help!
Some kids love the same old thing in their lunchbox but our daughter would not be happy with that at all. Variety is the spice of life for her!!
I actually bought a cookbook called Ready, Steady, Lunchbox which has helped me out a lot with her lunches. When either of us is feeling lackluster towards that little lunch kit I pull out this cookbook for inspiration. That is where I headed when I saw this theme.
Flipping through the cookbook I wanted to try something I hadn’t before. I came across a recipe called Junior Pikelets. Hmm, never heard of a regular-sized Pikelet!! LOL!!
They looked like mini griddle cakes so that is what I called them. When Ken made them the batter was super thick so we upped the milk by doubling and it made a nice smooth batter. We tried them for dinner and Amber loved them especially with Apple Butter!!
We freeze pancakes all the time for her breakfast for school days and these would freeze just the same. Super convenient to put into a lunch box. Add a little jam, apple butter, yogurt, peanut butter, whatever your child likes.
They are as good cold as they are warm. A great little side to a nice big fruit salad. I will be making these for sure again and again. ENJOY!!!
Mini Griddle Cakes for Lunchbox #SundaySupper
Ingredients
- 1 cup self-raising flour
- 1/4 tsp. baking soda
- 2 Tbsp. berry or caster sugar
- 1 cup skim milk
- 1 egg beaten
- 2 tsp. oil plus more for frying
- jam apple butter, yogurt, etc.
Instructions
- Whisk the flour and baking soda together in a medium bowl. Whisk in the sugar. In a small bowl stir together the milk, egg, and oil. Make a well in the center of the flour and whisk in the milk mixture. Mix until smooth.
- Heat the oil in a non-stick frypan over medium-low heat. Drop teaspoons of the batter into the pan and cook until bubbles form. Flip over and cook the other side until golden.
- Serve warm or freeze in layers between wax paper to later put into a lunchbox. Freeze for up to one month. Serve with apple butter, jam, yogurt, or your favorite topping.
- Recipe adapted from Ready, Steady, Lunchbox.
Nutrition
Look at all the wonderful recipes you have here today to help over those many months of school lunches. I know this will be my new go-to list!!!
- Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls from Big Bear’s Wife
- Carrot Cake and Zucchini Bread “Sushi“ from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Greek-style Spinach Hand Pies from Kimchi MOM
- Homemade Uncrustables from Treats & Trinkets
- Indian Spiced Chicken Meatball Wraps from Soni’s Food
- Madam Wong’s Pizza Rolls from Food Lust People Love
- Malibu Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels from Home Cooking Memories
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Rolls from Killer Bunnies, Inc
- Pizzadillas from La Cocina de Leslie
- Turkey, Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Wraps from La Bella Vita Cucina
Munchies, Salads and Sides:
- Almond Citrus Salad from No One Likes Crumbley Cookies
- Banana Bread Muffins from Curious Cuisiniere
- Best Basic Hummus from Supper for a Steal
- Blueberry Egg Bagels from What Smells So Good?
- Cheese Cracker Recipe from Growing Up Gabel
- Creamy Orzo & Peas {Dairyfree} from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Mini Griddle Cakes from Noshing with the Nolands
Sweet Treats:
- Biscoff White Chocolate Blondies from Cookin’ Mimi
- Caramel and Rolo Rice Krispie Treats from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Cinnamon Zucchini Brownies from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Cocoa Crispy Sunbutter Bars from Alida’s Kitchen
- Cookie Butter Granola Bites from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- “Free” Brownies from Jane’s Adventure in Dinner
- Honey Oat Bars from Magnolia Days
- No Bake Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Cookies from Pies and Plots
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Cookies from Peanut Butter and Peppers
Comments & Reviews
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says
These are so cute! I think I’d eat them with apple butter. Yum!
Noshing with the Nolands says
My daughter just put away a whole plate full again with apple butter!! Delish! Thanks Sarah!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
Adorable, Tara! I love keeping some mini pancakes in the freezer for my little guy!
Noshing with the Nolands says
We have made them small before but never this small. They are great stored in the freezer. Thanks Brianne!!
Alida says
My 3 year old is a pancake fiend, so I’m always looking for new recipes to mix it up. He is going to LOVE these!!
Noshing with the Nolands says
He will love these for sure!! Thanks for coming over!!
Camille says
Oooh!! What a great idea! I have a picky eater who loves pancakes – perfect for her lunch!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much for coming over Camille!!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
awwwwww these lil pancakes are PRECIOUS! I bet delish too!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much for coming over Kayle!!
Erin @ Table for 7 says
I adore this idea! My kids love pancakes for any meal 🙂 These are beautiful Tara!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much Erin!!
Sarah Reid, RHNC (@jo_jo_ba) says
Those are all kinds of adorable!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks for coming over Sarah!!
Soni says
Oooh these look so so good!I have to make them asap and thanks for a brilliant lunchbox idea for my kids Tara 🙂
Noshing with the Nolands says
You are so welcome Soni, I hope they like them!!
Shannon R says
They are SO DARN CUTE!! I’m totally into these. I either like mini or plate sized. Mini are on the list to make next.
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much Shannon!!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
awwwwww these lil pancakes are PRECIOUS! I bet delish too!
Renee says
Oh what cute little griddle cakes! What a great alternative to crackers for enjoying spreads like peanut butter and jams.
I freeze pancakes and waffles too. So quick and easy to defrost and heat up for busy mornings.
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much for coming over Renee!!
Stacy says
What a great idea, Tara! Make and freeze a batch of these delicious babies and you are ready for breakfast or lunch on the go. Bet the kids love the little size too! Mine were always up for anything “mini.”
Noshing with the Nolands says
My daughter loved pancakes and even more if they are for lunch of dinner. Seems more special I guess. Thanks Stacy!!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
Very different, Tara!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks for coming over Cindy!
Conni @FoodieArmyWife says
I can totally see enjoying these cold. My son much prefers biscuits cold to right out of the oven. He says they taste better because they are softer 🙂
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks for coming over Conni!!
Lane @ Supper for a Steal says
These sound great! I love the thought of them with apple butter. We freeze waffles for easy breakfasts so I imagine these freezing similar. Great when heated up quickly in the toaster.
Noshing with the Nolands says
Yes, we just pop them in our toaster over and you then have a great quick breakfast!!
Nichole C says
How cute! I would love these as lunch!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks Nichole!!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Tara, these are adorable! I would love these in my lunch!!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks Jennifer!!
Hezzi-D says
I would never think to bring grilled cakes in my lunch. I don’t know if I’ve tried them cold but they are so cute mini-sized and sound great with fruit!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Pancakes are great for any meal or snack. Thanks so much for coming over!!
Liz says
Your mini griddle cakes are so darn cute! Perfect for the lunchbox…although my kids would have made them disappear by the time breakfast was over!
Noshing with the Nolands says
That’s why you hide them away in the freezer!! LOL Thanks Liz!
The Ninja Baker says
Brilliant idea to freeze pancakes. Especially with mini griddlecakes which look so soft and golden delicious! Your daughter is very lucky to have you as a mommy =)
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much Kim!!