Synonyms of pancakes

pancakes

noun

plural of pancake

as in flapjacks

a flat cake made from thin batter and cooked on both sides (as on a griddle)

every Sunday morning, we have pancakes and bacon for breakfast

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flapjacks
• hotcakes
• griddle cakes
• crepes
• waffles
• slapjacks
• blintzes
• oatcakes
• wheat cakes
• blini

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pancakes

The Wongs interacted with customers on Sunday during the eatery’s bittersweet final day, as diners were eager for one last plate of pancakes or country fried steak. — Daily News, 10 Aug. 2026

Underneath a giant tent with rows of colorful lanterns, crowds of hungry visitors flocked Saturday to stalls dishing out plates of teriyaki chicken, karaage and okonomiyaki pancakes. — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 8 Aug. 2026

In Lutsen, enjoy North Woods cuisine at one of the resort restaurants overlooking the lake or a local institution like Lockport Marketplace and Grill, where sourdough pancakes are made from a 100-year-old starter. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026

These ultra-thin pancakes are made using a wheat-flour batter and are spread with a layer of both savory peanut butter and a sweet strawberry filling. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Aug. 2026

The breakfast buffet features Japanese items like vegetable curry, onsen eggs, natto and miso soup, along with fluffy taro pancakes topped with coconut or guava syrup, quiches and local fruits. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026

Linder also recommends rounding out your trip with dinner at Southern Soul Barbeque and breakfast—get the banana pudding pancakes—at Palmer’s Village Cafe. — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026

Drizzle it over pound cake, ice cream, or a vanilla cheesecake for a flavorful dessert topping, or pancakes, waffles, or yogurt to enhance a breakfast. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 30 July 2026

Use blueberries in overnight oats and parfaits, pancakes, baked goods, açaí bowls, and chia puddings. — Cynthia Sass, Health, 29 July 2026