If you’re a relative novice in the kitchen then making them a pancake from scratch can be a hazardous affair.
Have no fear though, because here are two quick and simple recipes to help you even if you have no idea where to start.
Whether you’re adding sugar and lemon to a British-style crepe or want to make a stack of light and fluffy American ones with lashing of bacon and maple syrup, these pancakes are great for breakfast, lunch and even a weekend brunch.
British-style pancakes
Ingredients (makes 8-10)
100 g plain flour
2 large eggs
275 ml semi-skimmed milk
Butter or oil for cooking
Lemon wedges and caster sugar to serve
Method
Sift the flour into a large bowl and add the eggs and milk. Whisk the mixture well until all the ingredients are combined and lump-free.
Heat a little butter or oil in a small frying pan over a medium heat. Add a little pancake batter, swirl it to cover the base and cook for around a minute before flipping to cook the other side.
Remove the pancake from the heat and keep warm in a low oven while you make more. Serve with your choice of topping.
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American-style pancakes
Ingredients (makes 4-6)
1 tbsp baking powder
1 pinch of salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 large eggs
30g butter
225g plain flower
Butter or oil for cooking
Method
If you’re mixing the batter by hand, start by making a well in the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar before adding the beated eggs, melted butter and milk.
Heat a little butter or oil in a smooth griddle or pan and pour the mixture until you reach your desired size.
With these pancakes, the best way to tell that it’s time to flip is to check that the upper side is blistering and bubbling which should be after about one minute.
Remove from the heat and serve with your choice of toppings.