3 of our favourite and simple pancake recipes!

With shrove Tuesday getting closer, I thought it only kind to share our simple pancake recipes.

Saturdays in our house means pancakes, Teddy will often coax us out of bed on a Saturday with a loud reminder to get in the kitchen and get making!  We have a few go-to pancake recipes that we often enjoy .

1. Our simple healthy pancake recipe

Our healthier go-to is the more paleo style pancake of just simply mashing one banana with one egg and whisking together to heat in the saucepan (carefully flipping they’re quite fragile) and served with yoghurt, berries and honey/maple syrup, delicious without the guilt.  We have often served this one for lunch as it makes a great toddler weaning meal.

Toddler Weaning Biscuit Recipe can be found here 

2.Our go-to simple pancake is an American style pancake.

I have tweaked this recipe several times to cut down on the amount of white sugar used and also baking powder, as despite enjoying a fluffier pancake, we do not enjoy the more claggy taste of too much baking powder that some recipes contain.

We love to top these with a variety of toppings

1. Bacon and Maple syrup – A classic combination and one of which my eldest daughter loves!
2. Fruit compote and yoghurt – My favourite on a Sunny Sunday morning.
3. Chocolate spread or a square or two of milk / dark chocolate
4. Nut spreads make a great topping for a speedy mid week breakfast. My eldest son loves jam and peanut butter on his pancakes.
5. Golden Toppings – Golden syrup, maple or honey for a very classic topping.
6. Dessert Toppings – Ice cream and salted caramel sauce for a Saturday night treat!

Now onto some tips for our foolproof American pancake recipe.

When mixing the batter don’t over mix it.  Leave to stand for 5-10 minutes if possible. you can make ahead the batter to save on time.

Use butter or oil in the pan to prevent sticking.

Store the pancakes in a sealed box and best consumed within 24-48 hours.

You can freeze the pancakes using baking paper sheets as layers and placing in a suitable freezer container.

Now onto the ingredients and method of our simple American pancake recipe. Please don’t forget to let us know if you make them!

Simple American pancake recipe

An all in one simple American pancake recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6 people

Course: Breakfast, snacks

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 Cups Self Raising Flour
• 2 Tbsp Caster Sugar
• 1 Tsp Baking Powder
• 1 Large Egg
• 200 ml milk

Method

 

1. Measure the dry mix into a bowl and make a well in the centre
2. Drop the egg in and gradually add in the milk whisking into a thick cream like consistency
3. Drop large Tablespoons of batter into the hot pan
4. Once plenty of bubbles form, flip the pancake and cook on the other side
5. Place pancakes on a wire rack and cover with dry tea towel whilst cooking the remaining batter

3. Another favourite pancake recipe

Lastly a healthier more everyday go-to simple pancake recipe we all enjoy are Incredible Hulk Pancakes, easy to whip up in a blender, the oats make such a smooth consistency and leave you feeling like you’re set up for the day.  Also perfect for when you feel that you need to add in some extra goodness and handy for fussier eaters.  These also make a good snack.

Helpful Tips 

Like I said these pancakes need to be made in a blender or efficient smoothie maker.  I find it easier to use a blender and blitz the oats first and then add the spinach and wet ingredients and whizz up all together.

Ideally Leave the batter to stand for 10 minutes.

Use butter /  oil to cook in the frying pan as they will stick without any fat.

Cook the pancake for 2-3 minutes until bubbles have appeared and then flip.

You can make the batter ahead and add the baking powder in last minute.

You can freeze cooked pancakes in a suitable container with baking paper in-between each pancake.

You can reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.