I really don't know what to call this one.
I had one of those Bisquick Shake & Pour pancake mixes in the cupboard. I wanted to try it out and actually almost forgot I had it. Tastes like a pancake from the box. I grew up in the read-to-eat generation of pancakes. Or we'd just go to IHOP or Denny's for some flapjacks. This was just a little experimentation and an excuse to use the pancake mix. Next time I'll make the pancakes from scratch with maybe some fresh fruit and a nice dollop of my maple butter. Yum!!!!
Anyway, it's just silver dollar sized pancake. Cooked them on a medium heat in a buttered pan. Put some leftover empanada filling and a tiny sprinkle of shredded mild cheddar cheese on top. Baked for 5 to 10 min in a 400˚F oven. I can't really say how many I made as I was snacking on them while I was still cooking them.
The pancakes get a bit toasted and the cheese is nice and melted. I guess this can be a version of the crostini or mini-tostada without the dressings. Any one else have better name ideas? Either way, these are cool appetizers for any party. If only I had some sour cream, this would be so much better. But it's a good start.
This looks fantastic, great idea!
ReplyDeletevery unique idea...how about 'Plini' "like a blini but its a pancake crostini" you have to sing it when you say it.....
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever and creative recipe - they look tasty.
ReplyDeleteOh how cute is this. Imagine what kind of brunch appetizers you could make with these. Little pancakes topped with bacon, egg and cheese or something! Good idea.
ReplyDeleteAdorable! I'm no better at naming recipes... Pancake Crostini works for me!
ReplyDeleteYou're right - they would be delicious with sour cream. You could serve them as appetizers pre-assembled with a little dollop of sour cream and a few fresh leaves of cilantro or flat leaf parsley. They would be a hit any time of the day - and very cute, too!
These look like the Eastern European buckwheat mini-pancakes, blini (or should I say blinis -- not sure if blini is already plural in form?) Traditionally, they're topped with caviar, a dollop of sour cream, and sprigs of fresh dill. Delish.
ReplyDeleteYour version is simply brilliant with with empanada-inspired topping.
teresa: Thanks.
ReplyDeletedoggy: plini, sounds good. It'll be an alternative name.
pam: Thank you.
Duo Dishes: Definitely perfect breakfast appetizers
Jen: cilantro or parsley you're giving my an idea. =)
Leela: I think I may have had a blini once. A few years back.
I like both pancake crostini and plini. Best I could come up with was panbakes :) Anyway, very cute idea and does remind me of blini too.
ReplyDeleteI love this idea -- so creative and a great way to use up leftovers! Yum!
ReplyDeleteOooook, I got it, yeah, that's a good idea for those last minute app. ideas for sure. Love this.
ReplyDeletetotally reminds me of blini and the endless opportunities. I was a Bisquick kid growing up - brought back some great memories of weekend family breakfasts
ReplyDeleteSimple and it looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteDaily Spud: Panbakes, not bad.
ReplyDeleteDiana: It's a muti-tasker. LOL.
Dawn: The options are endless.
OysterCulture: As much as I love homemake pancakes, I'd still go for the Bisquick.
Eric: Thanks!
Very unique way of having pancakes. They look great for a snack....great idea!
ReplyDeleteOohhh! Neat idea Jenn! Now, I wanna try some! hehehe
ReplyDeleteWe did make pancakes from scratch in Home Ec class in high school and I thought it was pretty easy, if you don't mind measuring... LOL
I love empanada! Sarap!
Debbie: One of the reason I couldn't tell how much I made was becuase i kept eating them.
ReplyDeleteZ'riz: The measuring isn't that bad, for me at least. As long as I get some freshly cooked pancakes.
What a tasty little treat! I'd love to pop some of those in my mouth!
ReplyDeleteHow creative! I love these little pancake crostini! How about a pantini for a name :)
ReplyDeletedid anyone suggest you call these "yum" yet?
ReplyDeleteReeni: They they are.
ReplyDelete5 Star Foodie: Pantini is new.
Jason: No one's called them "yum" yet. ;-)
I love that! Thinking outside the box! What a canape for a party!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea-I have some 10 grain pancake mix(that nobdy likes except for me),I think it'll turn out awesome this way! Will keep you informed :)
ReplyDeleteTeanna: Thanks.
ReplyDeleteSweta: Hope you enjoy making them.
You are really something else - this is such a great idea! So quick to make up, so light and it lends itself to any toppings. So many possibilities . . .
ReplyDeleteTangled Noodle: Thanks. I didn't feel like making the regular sized pancakes and this just happened on a whim.
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