Trader Joe's Dutch Griddle Cakes are one of those frozen breakfast finds that sound simple but end up being surprisingly fun to eat. Think of them as a cross between a pancake and a crumpet-soft, fluffy, and just thick enough to feel satisfying without being too heavy. They come pre-cooked and only need a quick warm-up, which makes them a great option for busy mornings.
What's in the package
You get a pack of small, round griddle cakes tucked into the frozen section. Each cake is about the size of your palm, slightly thicker than a standard pancake, and has that golden-brown finish you'd expect.
The ingredients are straightforward: wheat flour, eggs, sugar, milk, butter, and a touch of vanilla. No overcomplicated additives, just a basic pancake-style batter cooked into these little rounds and then frozen for convenience.
Taste and texture
Once heated, the texture is soft, with a light chew that makes them feel a little heartier than standard pancakes. The outside crisps slightly if you toast them or cook them on a pan, while the inside stays fluffy and tender.
Flavor-wise, they're lightly sweet, buttery, and taste homemade. They're not bland like some frozen pancakes can be-they actually have a bit of richness that makes them enjoyable even without toppings.
How I like to serve them
Most often, I heat them in the toaster or air fryer and serve them with a pat of butter and maple syrup. They're also fantastic with a smear of Trader Joe's Organic Maple Butter, which melts perfectly into all the little air pockets.
On weekends, I've used them as a base for breakfast sandwiches-adding eggs, cheese, and even a slice of bacon or sausage patty. The slightly thicker texture holds up really well to savory toppings.
They also make a fun dessert base. I've stacked them with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce for a quick "pancake sundae." Not traditional, but definitely delicious.
Portion size and value
The package comes with six cakes, and depending on how you serve them, that can stretch across two or three breakfasts for one person, or one quick family breakfast if you're feeding a crowd. They cook quickly, so you're paying more for convenience than anything, but for the price (usually under $4), it's a solid deal.
More breakfast products at Trader Joe's
If you enjoy these, you might also like:
- Pumpkin Brioche Twist - another breakfast favorite that works beautifully toasted with butter.
- Sliced Apple Cinnamon Sourdough Bread - especially good with maple butter, just like these griddle cakes.
- Very Berry Granola - for a crunchier morning option when you don't want something warm.
- Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars - a grab-and-go alternative for mornings when you don't even have time to heat the griddle cakes.
Would I buy again?
Yes, absolutely. These have become a freezer staple for me because they're easy and quick to prepare, and work with both sweet and savory toppings.
They're especially handy for weekday mornings when I want something more substantial than toast but don't have time to make pancakes from scratch.
Final thoughts
Trader Joe's Dutch Griddle Cakes hit that sweet spot of being convenient, tasty, and flexible. Whether you eat them plain, load them up with toppings, or get creative with breakfast sandwiches, they're a freezer item I'd recommend keeping on hand. I'd rate them 5 out of 5 stars.
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