Sizzling bacon, golden pancakes and eggs cooked just the way you like them: this classic restaurant breakfast isn’t just a meal; it’s a family tradition full of feel-good weekend vibes. With the Hamilton Beach® Professional Cast Iron Electric Grill, you can skip the trip to the restaurant down the road and easily recreate the best breakfast in town right in your kitchen.

Diner flavor with less guilt

Breakfast at the table is a hearty and comforting meal that stays with you long after the last bite. However, not all dining experiences are created equal. Some restaurants rely heavily on butter, oil and processed ingredients which can make you feel sluggish. With a cast iron electric grill, you’re in control. Browns food thoroughly and evenly over high heat, allowing you to recreate a delicious meal at home using your favorite fresh ingredients.

Cast iron grilled pancakes

No classic restaurant-style breakfast is complete without pancakes. Other options include crispy bacon, scrambled or fried eggs, omelets, waffles, sausage, gravy, French toast, homemade biscuits and hash browns. For a truly authentic experience, set the table with real butter, maple syrup, orange juice and plenty of pancake toppings, including strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. You can also offer indulgent toppings like whipped cream and chocolate chips or surprise the family with a dose of homemade cinnamon butter and honey for a fun twist.

To get started, try this easy buttermilk pancake recipe:

Buttermilk pancakes

Yield: 24 medium pancakes
Author: Hamilton Beach Test Kitchen

ingredients

• 2 ¼ cups buttermilk
• ¾ cup of milk
• 3 large eggs
• ⅓ cup melted butter
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons of baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ teaspoon of salt

Instructions

1. Heat the griddle to 180°C or a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat on the hob.
2. Add the buttermilk, milk, eggs and butter to the blender first, then add the remaining ingredients.
3. Blend for about 30-40 seconds on HIGH or until smooth. Air bubbles will begin to form in the batter.
4. Pour the batter onto a heated griddle, skillet or skillet using approximately 1/4 – 1/3 cup pancake batter. When you see bubbles evenly on the pancakes, flip them.

Easy countertop cooking

From flipping pancakes to frying bacon and so much more, the versatile cast iron electric grill is sure to become your favorite breakfast companion. With its pre-seasoned 10″ x 16″ cooking surface, the grill can easily accommodate family-sized spreads, eliminating the need for multiple pots and pans. Best of all, once you’ve finished breakfast, the drip tray is dishwasher safe in the top rack and the hob can be removed from the base for quick and easy cleaning.

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