WHAT ARE PANCAKES AND WAFFLES?
Pancakes and waffles, a specialized kind of pancake, as are crepes, are one of humankind’s oldest forms of bread. Popovers are closely related, but are in a slightly different branch of the pancake family. All types make the basis for many a meal, snack or dessert, with a wide variety of sweet or savory toppings and fillings. The origin of the American pancakes and waffles can be traced back to 17th century Dutch settlers, and were called pannekoeken and stroopwafels. So popular in Colonial days, pancakes were often flavored with pumpkin or spices and, waffles were popular at holidays.
