Make amazing flip-worthy pancakes this Shrove Tuesday for all the family to enjoy.
Get ready to indulge in pancake heaven this Tuesday with our selection of delicious must-try pancake recipes. From fruity classics to fun creations, there’s something for all the family to enjoy in this tasty list!
1. The Perfect Crepe With Citrus Twist
Create a perfect crepe with this go-to recipe, complete with a classic lemon and sugar combination – so simple, yet so delicious!
(Makes 12 zesty pancakes)
Ingredients
1) Place the flour, eggs, milk and a pinch of salt into a bowl or large jug, then whisk into a smooth batter. Leave the mixture to rest for 30 mins (if you have time).
2) Set a frying pan over a medium heat and carefully wipe it with some oiled kitchen paper. When hot, poor some batter into the centre of the pan and carefully tilt the pan so that the mixture covers the whole surface. Cook for 1 min on each side until golden, keeping your cooked pancakes warm in a low-heat oven as you go.
3) Sprinkle with lemon and sugar to taste and enjoy!
2. Traditional Blueberry Pancakes With Maple Syrup
Thicker than the classic crepe, but still light and fluffy, these traditional style pancakes are fruity and fantastic. Just how grandma used to make them!
(Makes 10 berry-bursting pancakes)
Ingredients
1) Start by sifting together the flour, salt, baking powder and sugar in a large bowl.
2) Then, in a separate smaller bowl, beat together the egg and milk. Carefully stir the milk and egg into the flour mixture.
3) Next, fold in the melted butter and blueberries, before setting the mixture aside for an hour (It’s worth the wait!)
4) When the mixture has rested, heat a lightly oiled frying pan over a medium heat. Pour approx 50ml into the centre of the pan and brown on both sides. (These pancakes will be thicker than a crepe, so shouldn’t fill the whole pan). Enjoy these fruity pancakes with a drizzle of maple syrup or sprinkle of icing sugar, or for an American-style twist, serve with streaky smoked bacon.
3. Crepes Suzette
Make your classic crepe into a fancy French pudding with this easy recipe. Zesty and sweet, this pudding goes down a treat!
(Serves 4-6 dessert lovers)
Ingredients
1) Create your perfect crepes using recipe 1 above. Fold the crepes into quarters once cooked.
2) Pour the caster sugar into a non-stick frying pan and allow the sugar to caramelize over a low-medium heat. Once the sugar becomes a deep amber-coloured caramel, take the pan off the heat .
3) Slowly add the orange juice, taking care to avoid any splatter or spit as the cold juice hits the hot caramel. Pour in the orange zest, lemon juice and the Grand Marnier, before returning the pan to a low heat to re-melt the caramel into the liquid.
4) Add the butter to the sauce in small pieces, then bring to the boil. Simmer gently until the sauce is glossy and reduced slightly, before stirring in the orange segments.
5) Finally, add the folded pancakes to the pan and warm through to coat them in the sticky sauce. Serve immediately.
4. Cinnamon Crepes With Nutella, Banana And Raspberries
Calling all ladies of the sweet-toothed variety! Indulge in this simple yet delicious pairing of gentle spices with chocolate and fruit.
(Makes 12 sweetly spiced pancakes)
Ingredients
1) Prepare some classic crepes using recipe 1 above, this time adding cinnamon to the flour mix to give your pancakes a warm spicing.
2) Smother each pancake with a layer of Nutella, raspberries and sliced banana. Roll your pancakes into wraps, or folded them into quarters and stack them for a thicker taste experience.
5. Sweet Pizza Pancakes
Get the kids involved with the pancake fun with this easy recipe. Offer your little people a choice of toppings to make their very own pizza-style pancake – it’s fun and it tastes great!
(Makes 12 scrummy sweet pizzas!)
Ingredients
1) Cook your classic crepe pancakes using recipe 1 above. Wrap each pancake in foil and place on a tray in the oven to keep them warm.
2) Layout a spread of all your tasty toppings – you can use the suggestions above or create your own (chocolate sauce looks great as “BBQ sauce”, pitted black cherrys are perfect for sweet “olives” and pineapple tastes great!) Invite the kids to create and name their own sweet pizzas, and see who comes up with the best pizza pancake!
6. Grilled Pancakes With Balsamic Strawberries
Sharp, sweet and delicious. The perfect pancake recipe to have at breakfast, for a lunchtime snack or after-dinner treat.
(Makes 10 slices of berry-soaked heaven)
Ingredients
2) Toss the strawberries, vinegar and sugar in a small mixing bowl and set aside to the let the balsamic work its magic. (You may need to add extra sugar later depending on the natural sweetness of the strawberries).
3) Brush a baking tray with vegetable oil and pour out your traditional pancake mixture (made from recipe 2) into circle shapes roughly 8-10cm in diameter. Place the try under the grill and allow to cook for 30 – 60 seconds. Flip the pancakes and repeat for the second side.
4) Once cooked, stack your pancakes high and top them with the balsamic strawberries and a drizzle of maple syrup. Delicious.
. Pancake Art
Bring an extra splash of fun to pancake day by transforming your children’s pancakes into their favourite animal or TV character.
Ingredients
Method
1) Make your pancake batter using traditional recipe 2 above
2) Carefully draw out the outline of your design on a pan – a simple cat face like the one on the right is a good one to start with. Once you have drawn the outline, turn the hob onto a low heat and let this cook for 20 seconds. Then, fill in the inside of the outline with some more batter and let this cook for 60 seconds, before flipping the pancake to reveal your cute customized design. Let the second side cook for a minute before serving.
3) If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can find some great tutorials on children’s pancake art on YouTube, as well as some fun inspiration for your designs on Google images.
What’s your favourite pancake recipe?
Get ready to indulge in pancake heaven this Tuesday with our selection of delicious must-try pancake recipes. From fruity classics to fun creations, there’s something for all the family to enjoy in this tasty list!
1. The Perfect Crepe With Citrus Twist
Create a perfect crepe with this go-to recipe, complete with a classic lemon and sugar combination – so simple, yet so delicious!
(Makes 12 zesty pancakes)
Ingredients
- 100g plain flour
- 2 large eggs
- 300ml milk
- 1 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil, plus a little extra for frying
- lemon juice (add to taste)
- caster sugar (add to taste)
1) Place the flour, eggs, milk and a pinch of salt into a bowl or large jug, then whisk into a smooth batter. Leave the mixture to rest for 30 mins (if you have time).
2) Set a frying pan over a medium heat and carefully wipe it with some oiled kitchen paper. When hot, poor some batter into the centre of the pan and carefully tilt the pan so that the mixture covers the whole surface. Cook for 1 min on each side until golden, keeping your cooked pancakes warm in a low-heat oven as you go.
3) Sprinkle with lemon and sugar to taste and enjoy!
2. Traditional Blueberry Pancakes With Maple Syrup
Thicker than the classic crepe, but still light and fluffy, these traditional style pancakes are fruity and fantastic. Just how grandma used to make them!
(Makes 10 berry-bursting pancakes)
Ingredients
- 200g flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons white sugar
- 1 egg
- 300ml milk
- 1/2 tablespoon butter, melted
- 150g fresh blueberries
1) Start by sifting together the flour, salt, baking powder and sugar in a large bowl.
2) Then, in a separate smaller bowl, beat together the egg and milk. Carefully stir the milk and egg into the flour mixture.
3) Next, fold in the melted butter and blueberries, before setting the mixture aside for an hour (It’s worth the wait!)
4) When the mixture has rested, heat a lightly oiled frying pan over a medium heat. Pour approx 50ml into the centre of the pan and brown on both sides. (These pancakes will be thicker than a crepe, so shouldn’t fill the whole pan). Enjoy these fruity pancakes with a drizzle of maple syrup or sprinkle of icing sugar, or for an American-style twist, serve with streaky smoked bacon.
3. Crepes Suzette
Make your classic crepe into a fancy French pudding with this easy recipe. Zesty and sweet, this pudding goes down a treat!
(Serves 4-6 dessert lovers)
Ingredients
- Classic crepe ingredients (from recipe 1)
- 3 tbsp caster sugar
- 250ml orange juice
- 1 orange (zest and segments)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Grand Marnier or Cointreau
- 50g unsalted butter
1) Create your perfect crepes using recipe 1 above. Fold the crepes into quarters once cooked.
2) Pour the caster sugar into a non-stick frying pan and allow the sugar to caramelize over a low-medium heat. Once the sugar becomes a deep amber-coloured caramel, take the pan off the heat .
3) Slowly add the orange juice, taking care to avoid any splatter or spit as the cold juice hits the hot caramel. Pour in the orange zest, lemon juice and the Grand Marnier, before returning the pan to a low heat to re-melt the caramel into the liquid.
4) Add the butter to the sauce in small pieces, then bring to the boil. Simmer gently until the sauce is glossy and reduced slightly, before stirring in the orange segments.
5) Finally, add the folded pancakes to the pan and warm through to coat them in the sticky sauce. Serve immediately.
4. Cinnamon Crepes With Nutella, Banana And Raspberries
Calling all ladies of the sweet-toothed variety! Indulge in this simple yet delicious pairing of gentle spices with chocolate and fruit.
(Makes 12 sweetly spiced pancakes)
Ingredients
- Classic crepe ingredients (from recipe 1)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp chocolate Nutella spread
- 1 banana, sliced
- 140g raspberries
1) Prepare some classic crepes using recipe 1 above, this time adding cinnamon to the flour mix to give your pancakes a warm spicing.
2) Smother each pancake with a layer of Nutella, raspberries and sliced banana. Roll your pancakes into wraps, or folded them into quarters and stack them for a thicker taste experience.
5. Sweet Pizza Pancakes
Get the kids involved with the pancake fun with this easy recipe. Offer your little people a choice of toppings to make their very own pizza-style pancake – it’s fun and it tastes great!
(Makes 12 scrummy sweet pizzas!)
Ingredients
- Classic crepe ingredients (from recipe 1)
- Strawberry Jam (for the “tomato sauce”)
- Desiccated coconut (for the “cheese”)
- Strawberries, thinly sliced (for “pepperoni”)
- Marshmallows (for “meaty pieces”)
- Add your own variety of fun mix & match toppings!
1) Cook your classic crepe pancakes using recipe 1 above. Wrap each pancake in foil and place on a tray in the oven to keep them warm.
2) Layout a spread of all your tasty toppings – you can use the suggestions above or create your own (chocolate sauce looks great as “BBQ sauce”, pitted black cherrys are perfect for sweet “olives” and pineapple tastes great!) Invite the kids to create and name their own sweet pizzas, and see who comes up with the best pizza pancake!
6. Grilled Pancakes With Balsamic Strawberries
Sharp, sweet and delicious. The perfect pancake recipe to have at breakfast, for a lunchtime snack or after-dinner treat.
(Makes 10 slices of berry-soaked heaven)
Ingredients
- Traditional pancake recipe (from recipe 2)
- 500 grams fresh strawberries, coarsely chopped
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar
- Maple syrup for drizzling
2) Toss the strawberries, vinegar and sugar in a small mixing bowl and set aside to the let the balsamic work its magic. (You may need to add extra sugar later depending on the natural sweetness of the strawberries).
3) Brush a baking tray with vegetable oil and pour out your traditional pancake mixture (made from recipe 2) into circle shapes roughly 8-10cm in diameter. Place the try under the grill and allow to cook for 30 – 60 seconds. Flip the pancakes and repeat for the second side.
4) Once cooked, stack your pancakes high and top them with the balsamic strawberries and a drizzle of maple syrup. Delicious.
. Pancake Art
Bring an extra splash of fun to pancake day by transforming your children’s pancakes into their favourite animal or TV character.
Ingredients
- Traditional pancake recipe (from recipe 2)
- Golden Syrup for drizzling
Method
1) Make your pancake batter using traditional recipe 2 above
2) Carefully draw out the outline of your design on a pan – a simple cat face like the one on the right is a good one to start with. Once you have drawn the outline, turn the hob onto a low heat and let this cook for 20 seconds. Then, fill in the inside of the outline with some more batter and let this cook for 60 seconds, before flipping the pancake to reveal your cute customized design. Let the second side cook for a minute before serving.
3) If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can find some great tutorials on children’s pancake art on YouTube, as well as some fun inspiration for your designs on Google images.
What’s your favourite pancake recipe?
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