New York Grilled Black & White Cookie Pancakes

Introduction

This fun twist on the New York classic black & white cookie combines the nostalgic flavors of a famous NYC treat with the incredible grilling power of the Arteflame grill. Cooking these cookie pancakes directly on the Arteflame’s solid steel flat-top creates a crisp, golden edge and a melt-in-your-mouth center while keeping everything infused with buttery goodness. Perfect for a sweet brunch or dessert, this crowd-pleaser brings a glam touch to any grill day without ever needing an oven.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 2 tbsp melted butter (plus more for grilling)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame Grill

1. Pour a small amount of vegetable oil onto three paper napkins.
2. Place the napkins in the center of your Arteflame grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins and light the paper.
4. Wait about 20 minutes until the griddle is hot and ready with varying heat zones.

Step 2: Prepare the Pancake Batter

1. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk egg, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla.
3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined (don’t overmix).

Step 3: Create the Two Flavored Batters

1. Divide the batter into two bowls.
2. Mix cocoa powder into one half for the “black” batter.

Step 4: Grill the Cookie Pancakes

1. Add a pat of butter onto the mid-to-outer section of the flat griddle cooktop.
2. For each pancake, pour a half scoop of vanilla batter and a half scoop of chocolate batter side-by-side onto the buttered cooktop so they form a circle.
3. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form, then flip and cook 1-2 minutes more until golden brown.
4. Use the hotter inner zone to crisp the edges and then move to the outer edge to avoid burning while finishing doneness.

Step 5: Make Glazes

1. For the white glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice until smooth.
2. For the black glaze: Mix powdered sugar with a bit of cocoa and milk to desired consistency.

Step 6: Glaze and Serve

1. Once pancakes are slightly cooled, drizzle white glaze on the vanilla half and chocolate glaze on the chocolate half.
2. Let set for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

• Use melted butter instead of oil to cook the pancakes for deeper flavor.
• The inner griddle area is hotter — use it to get that perfect edge-crisp, then slide to finish cooking.
• Use an ice cream scoop for precise pancake sizing — keeping things even helps it look like a true black & white cookie.

Variations

1. Peanut Butter Swirl: Add 1 tbsp peanut butter to each batter and swirl before grilling for a nutty twist.
2. Citrus Zest Pancakes: Add orange or lemon zest to the vanilla batter for a bright flavor punch.
3. Chocolate Chip Mix: Fold mini white and dark chocolate chips into the respective batters for extra gooey bites.
4. Mocha Madness: Add 1 tsp espresso powder to the chocolate batter for a mocha-flavored cookie pancake.
5. Mint Chocolate: Add a drop of peppermint extract into the chocolate batter for that refreshing mint chocolate combo.

Best pairings

• Fresh brewed coffee with a dash of cinnamon
• Whipped cream-topped hot chocolate
• Prosecco with orange zest for a brunch version
• Fresh fruit platter (berries, melon, citrus)
• Vanilla bean ice cream scoop on top for dessert

Conclusion

The Arteflame grill makes these Grilled Black & White Cookie Pancakes not only stunning in flavor and appearance but incredibly fun to create entirely outside. With no oven or pans needed, this grill-only dessert brings a piece of New York to your backyard. From brunch to dessert, it’s a mouthwatering way to elevate your grilling game.