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Mini Griddle Cakes

By Tara Noland on August 17, 2013 | Updated April 24, 2025

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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 on a white plate with apple butter
Mini Griddle Cakes on a white plate with apple butter

Mini Griddle Cakes for Lunchbox

Tara Noland
Great mini griddle cakes to liven up any lunchbox!!
4.67 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 24 Griddle cakes
Calories 37 kcal

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

Serving: 1Calories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 88mgSugar: 2g
Nutrition calculation is an estimation only. If you need nutritional calculations for medical reasons, please use a source that you trust.
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  1. Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says

    August 19, 2013

    These are so cute! I think I’d eat them with apple butter. Yum!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 19, 2013

      My daughter just put away a whole plate full again with apple butter!! Delish! Thanks Sarah!

      Reply
  2. Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says

    August 18, 2013

    Adorable, Tara! I love keeping some mini pancakes in the freezer for my little guy!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      We have made them small before but never this small. They are great stored in the freezer. Thanks Brianne!!

      Reply
  3. Alida says

    August 18, 2013

    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!!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      He will love these for sure!! Thanks for coming over!!

      Reply
  4. Camille says

    August 18, 2013

    Oooh!! What a great idea! I have a picky eater who loves pancakes – perfect for her lunch!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks so much for coming over Camille!!

      Reply
  5. Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says

    August 18, 2013

    5 stars
    awwwwww these lil pancakes are PRECIOUS! I bet delish too!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks so much for coming over Kayle!!

      Reply
  6. Erin @ Table for 7 says

    August 18, 2013

    I adore this idea! My kids love pancakes for any meal 🙂 These are beautiful Tara!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks so much Erin!!

      Reply
  7. Sarah Reid, RHNC (@jo_jo_ba) says

    August 18, 2013

    Those are all kinds of adorable!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks for coming over Sarah!!

      Reply
  8. Soni says

    August 18, 2013

    Oooh these look so so good!I have to make them asap and thanks for a brilliant lunchbox idea for my kids Tara 🙂

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      You are so welcome Soni, I hope they like them!!

      Reply
  9. Shannon R says

    August 18, 2013

    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.

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks so much Shannon!!

      Reply
  10. Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says

    August 18, 2013

    5 stars
    awwwwww these lil pancakes are PRECIOUS! I bet delish too!

    Reply
  11. Renee says

    August 18, 2013

    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.

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks so much for coming over Renee!!

      Reply
  12. Stacy says

    August 18, 2013

    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.”

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      My daughter loved pancakes and even more if they are for lunch of dinner. Seems more special I guess. Thanks Stacy!!

      Reply
  13. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

    August 18, 2013

    Very different, Tara!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks for coming over Cindy!

      Reply
  14. Conni @FoodieArmyWife says

    August 18, 2013

    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 🙂

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks for coming over Conni!!

      Reply
  15. Lane @ Supper for a Steal says

    August 18, 2013

    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.

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Yes, we just pop them in our toaster over and you then have a great quick breakfast!!

      Reply
  16. Nichole C says

    August 18, 2013

    How cute! I would love these as lunch!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks Nichole!!

      Reply
  17. Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

    August 18, 2013

    Tara, these are adorable! I would love these in my lunch!!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks Jennifer!!

      Reply
  18. Hezzi-D says

    August 18, 2013

    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!

    Reply
    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Pancakes are great for any meal or snack. Thanks so much for coming over!!

      Reply
  19. Liz says

    August 18, 2013

    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!

    Reply
    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      That’s why you hide them away in the freezer!! LOL Thanks Liz!

      Reply
  20. The Ninja Baker says

    August 18, 2013

    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 =)

    Reply
    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      August 18, 2013

      Thanks so much Kim!!

      Reply
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