Pancakes

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Pancakes

Pancakes (/ˈpænˌkeɪks/) are a type of flat, round cake typically prepared from a starch-based batter that may contain eggs, milk and butter and cooked on a hot surface such as a griddle or frying pan, often frying with oil or butter.

Etymology

The term "pancake" is of Anglo-Saxon origin and it is derived from the Middle English word "pancake", the term being a compound of 'pan', and 'cake'. The French word for pancake is "crêpe".

Types of Pancakes

There are many variations of pancakes around the world. Some of the most popular ones include:

  • American pancakes: Also known as hotcakes, griddlecakes, or flapjacks in the U.S. and Canada.
  • Crêpe: A type of very thin pancake, usually made from wheat flour.
  • Dutch baby pancake: A sweet popover that is typically served for breakfast in the United States.
  • Blini: A type of thin pancake traditionally made in Russia.
  • Dosa: A type of pancake from the Indian subcontinent, made from a fermented batter.

Related Terms

  • Batter (cooking): A liquid mixture of one or more flours made with ground grains or soaked grains that are ground.
  • Griddle: A flat plate, metal pan or an open grill with a heat source underneath.
  • Frying pan: A flat-bottomed pan used for frying, searing, and browning foods.
  • Butter: A dairy product made from the fat and protein components of milk or cream.
  • Eggs: An organic vessel in which an embryo first begins to develop.
  • Milk: A nutrient-rich liquid food produced by the mammary glands of mammals.

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