Best 6 Juniors Griddle Cakes Recipes

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Craving a fluffy, golden-brown stack of pancakes for breakfast? Look no further than Junior's Griddle Cakes! Famous for their irresistibly soft and flavorful texture, these pancakes have been a beloved staple at Junior's Restaurant in New York City since 1954. Indulge in the classic recipe that has delighted generations of pancake enthusiasts, or explore variations like gluten-free, vegan, and whole wheat options. Whether you prefer a traditional buttermilk pancake, a protein-packed creation, or a healthier alternative, there's a Junior's griddle cake recipe to satisfy every craving. Join us on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind these legendary pancakes and guide you through the steps of making them at home. From gathering the ingredients to perfecting the cooking technique, we've got you covered. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful stack of Junior's Griddle Cakes, a timeless classic that will leave you feeling satisfied and nostalgic.

Let's cook with our recipes!

JUNIOR'S GRIDDLE CAKES



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Recipe comes from "Welcome to Junior's! Remembering Brooklyn With Recipes and Memories from Its Favorite Restaurant".

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Pancakes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 c flour
2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 c milk
2 eggs
3 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the griddle. If you do not have a griddle, preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. As you cook the cakes be sure that the skillet does not get too hot.
  • 2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together, then set aside.
  • 3. Using an electric mixer set on high, beat the milk and eggs until light yellow, then beat in the butter 1 tablespoon of oil, and add the vanilla. Turn off the mixer and add in the flour mixture, and beat on low just until blended and smooth, 1 to 2 minutes (do not overbeat at this stage or the pancakes can be tough).
  • 4. To cook the griddle cakes: Brush the preheated griddle or skillet with enough vegetable oil to coat it well. For each cake pour a scant 1/4 cup of the batter onto the hot griddle making 4-inch cakes, about 1 inch apart. Let the cakes cook until the tops are covered with bubbles and edges look done, about 3 minutes. Quickly flip over the cakes and cook on the opposite sides until golden, about 2 minutes more.
  • 5. Serve immediately with hot melted butter, warm syrup, and warm apple and raisin preserves.
  • 6. This recipe yields 12 (4-inch) pancakes.

CORNMEAL GRIDDLE CAKES



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Very simple to make and very filling. The cornmeal griddle cakes are great with just butter and maple syrup or you can try them with flavored syrup. Strawberry is very good with this recipe as well.

Provided by somocdl

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 19m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups cornmeal
1 cup boiling water
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 ½ cups milk
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Pour cornmeal into a large bowl; cover with boiling water. Let stand until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, sugar, melted butter, baking powder, and salt. Mix in milk and egg until batter is smooth.
  • Heat a lightly greased griddle over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the griddle and cook until edges are dry, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.8 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 707.6 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

JOHNNY GRIDDLE CAKES



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon fine yellow or white cornmeal
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons clover honey
2 large eggs, separated
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus 1/4 cup more for frying

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk together the milk, honey and egg yolks together in another medium bowl until combined. Whisk the egg whites in another medium bowl until stiff peaks form.
  • Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the egg whites, and then 2 tablespoons of the melted butter. Mix until the batter is just smooth and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • Heat a large nonstick saute pan, cast-iron pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Brush the pan with some of the remaining melted butter. Spoon 2 heaping tablespoons of the batter onto the pan for each johnny griddle cake. Spread the batter slightly just to even out the top using a small offset spatula. Cook until lightly golden brown on each side, about 1 minute 30 seconds per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven until ready to serve.

SWEET MILK GRIDDLE CAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen small or 1 dozen large griddle cakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 eggs
2 cups milk
3 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Sift flour 3 times together with the baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Beat the eggs, add the milk, and pour slowly into the dry ingredients. Beat thoroughly and add butter. Drop by spoonfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle. When puffed full of bubbles and cooked on edges, turn and cook on the other side.

JUNIOR'S SPONGE CAKE CRUST



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No one really knows just whose idea it was to use a sponge cake crust for Junior's cheesecake. It worked, and that same recipe continues to work today.

Provided by Alan Rosen

Categories     Mixer     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 22

For one 9-inch cake crust
Softened unsalted butter, for buttering the pan
1/3 cup sifted cake flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of table salt
2 extra-large eggs, separated
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 drops pure lemon extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
For one 8-inch cake crust
Softened unsalted butter, for buttering the pan
1/4 cup sifted cake flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of table salt
2 extra-large eggs, separated
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 drops pure lemon extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously butter the bottom and side of a 9- or 8-inch springform pan (preferably a nonstick one). Wrap the outside with aluminum foil, covering the bottom and extending it all the way up the side.
  • 2. In a small bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together.
  • 3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks on high for 3 minutes. With the mixer running, slowly add 2 tablespoons of the sugar and continue beating until thick light yellow ribbons form in the bowl, about 5 minutes more. Beat in the extracts.
  • 4. Sift the flour mixture over the batter and stir it in by hand, just until there are no remaining white flecks. Blend in the melted butter.
  • 5. In another clean bowl, using clean, dry beaters, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar together on high until frothy. Gradually add the remaining sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form (the whites will stand up and look glossy, not dry). Fold about one-third of the whites into the batter, then the remaining whites. Don't worry if you still see a few white specks, as they'll disappear during baking.
  • 6. Gently spread the batter over the bottom of the prepared pan and bake just until set and golden (not wet or sticky), about 10 minutes. Touch the cake gently in the center. If it springs back, it's done. Watch carefully and don't let the top brown. Leave the crust in the pan and place on a wire rack to cool. Leave the oven on while you prepare the batter for the cheesecake.

GRIDDLE CORN CAKES



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"This is a downsized version of a recipe that belonged to my husband's mother and has been in their family for 80 years," shares Myrna Gerson of Staten Island, New York. "My husband and I got married 30 years ago, and I've been making these griddle cakes ever since."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg, corn, milk and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a hot nonstick griddle. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 792mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high quality ingredients like fresh buttermilk and butter for a richer flavor and texture.
  • Make sure your griddle or skillet is hot enough before adding the batter to prevent the pancakes from sticking.
  • Pour the batter onto the hot griddle in 1/4 cup measurements for uniform sized pancakes.
  • Flip the pancakes when bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to set, usually after 2-3 minutes.
  • Cook the pancakes until they are golden brown on both sides for a crispy exterior and fluffy interior.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, following these tips and tricks will help you create delicious and fluffy griddle cakes that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special occasion. Whether you prefer buttermilk pancakes, chocolate chip pancakes, or whole wheat pancakes, these recipes provide a variety of options to suit your taste preferences. With a little practice, you'll be able to master the art of griddle cakes and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills.

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