MAC AND CHEESE PANCAKES (WITH OPTIONAL HOT DOG)

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h5m

Yield 8 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/3 cups hand-grated sharp Cheddar (see Cook's Note)
1 1/3 cups pre-grated mild Cheddar
Pancake Batter, recipe follows
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
4 hot dogs, sliced into 1/4-inch circles, optional
Nonstick cooking spray, for the pancakes
3 scallions, thinly sliced
Habanero Maple Syrup, recipe follows
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups buttermilk
1 habanero pepper
4 cups Vermont maple syrup

Steps:

  • Blend together the hand-grated and pre-grated Cheddars in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Preheat griddle to medium heat. Ladle 4 pancakes on the griddle at a time; do not overcrowd. Add 1/4 cup macaroni to each pancake, followed by 1/2 hot dog per pancake, if using, followed by 1/3 cup Cheddar per pancake. When you notice the edges bubbling vigorously, spray the entire pancake and griddle with nonstick spray, then flip the pancakes. Press down on the pancakes with a great deal of force (think panini style).
  • Cook until the cheese is lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Remove from the griddle, sprinkle with scallions and serve with warm Habanero Syrup. Repeat to make 4 more.
  • Mix flour, baking soda, salt, eggs and buttermilk in a bowl until just combined; your batter should look lightly lumpy but combined. Set aside for at least 2 hours.
  • Slice habanero in half and place in a saucepan with maple syrup. Bring up to a full boil and turn off right away to avoid boil-over. Let stand for 3 hours. Strain out pepper.

Joel Ditebogo
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These mac and cheese pancakes are a delicious, easy-to-make, and versatile breakfast option. They're perfect for families with picky eaters, and they're also a great way to use up leftover mac and cheese. I highly recommend them!


Serah Ayomide
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These pancakes freeze really well. I like to make a big batch and then freeze them for later. They're perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack.


Inam ktk215
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These pancakes are so versatile! You can add any toppings you like. I've tried them with hot dogs, bacon, sausage, cheese, and even fruit. They're all delicious.


Lauren Ridgeway
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My kids are picky eaters, but they love these pancakes! They're always asking me to make them for breakfast. I love that I can sneak some vegetables into the batter, and they don't even notice.


Janet Kolliegbo
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I'm always looking for ways to save time in the kitchen, and these pancakes are a lifesaver. I can make them in less than 30 minutes, and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can use leftover mac and cheese, which saves me even more tim


Kegan Van Niekerk
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These pancakes are a great way to stretch your budget. They're made with simple and inexpensive ingredients, and they're so filling. I can feed my family of four for less than $10.


Melissa Morales
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These pancakes were a hit at my party! I made a big batch and they were gone in no time. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the hot dog topping. I'll definitely be making these again for my next party.


Iqbal Hossein
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I got creative with my pancakes and made them into fun shapes using cookie cutters. The kids loved them, and it made breakfast a little more festive. I also served them with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ketchup, honey, and syrup.


C'boniso Dlamini
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I made these pancakes with whole wheat pancake mix and low-fat milk, and they were still delicious! I also added some chopped spinach to the batter for a healthy boost. My kids loved them, and I felt good about serving them a nutritious breakfast.


Ruqaia Aljarmal
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These pancakes were so easy to make! I had leftover mac and cheese from dinner, and I just threw it in the blender with some pancake mix and milk. The pancakes were cooked in no time, and they were absolutely delicious.


Jaddah Mobile
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I'm a huge fan of mac and cheese, so I was excited to try these pancakes. They did not disappoint! The pancakes were fluffy and cheesy, and the hot dog topping was the perfect touch. I'll definitely be making these again.


Pawan Lamsal
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These pancakes were a hit with my family! The kids loved the novelty of them, and they gobbled them up. I added some chopped bell peppers and onions to the batter for extra flavor, and it was delicious. A great way to use up leftover mac and cheese.