Best 7 Pancakes British Style Recipes

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Whether you prefer them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, pancakes are a delicious treat enjoyed by people of all ages. British pancakes are known for their thin, crispy texture and are often served with lemon juice and sugar or a savory filling. From traditional recipes passed down through generations to modern twists that add a unique flavor, there are countless pancake recipes to explore. In this article, we will guide you through the best recipes for British-style pancakes, offering a variety of options to suit your taste preferences and dietary restrictions.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BRITISH PANCAKES



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These pancakes are easy to make and have a simple and delicious lemon and sugar topping.

Provided by Caroline's Cooking

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup all purpose flour (105g plain flour)
1 pinch salt
1 cup whole milk (240ml)
2 eggs ((large))
1/2 tbsp butter (for cooking (approx))

Steps:

  • Sift together the flour and salt into a bowl. Add the milk and eggs and whisk well. The batter should flow but not be overly thin. Set aside for a few minutes.
  • Warm a wide skillet/frying pan or crepe pan over a medium-high heat. Melt a little butter and spread around the pan - I usually just use the end of the stick on the pan and melt and spread it at the same time.
  • Reduce the heat slightly and add around 1/4 cup (60ml) of the pancake batter to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly as you add the batter and swirl a little so the batter spreads out a bit, but it doesn't need to be as thin as a crepe typically is.
  • Let the pancake cook until the edges start to curl up and the top is dry - a couple minutes. If you lift up the edge, you should see a slight browning on the bottom. Flip the pancake over and cook a minute more on the other side. You may need to press the top down slightly with a spatula if it puffs up.
  • Remove the pancake from the pan once the other side gets a few brown spots and keep warm while you cook the rest. Sprinkle each pancake with sugar, squeeze over some lemon juice, then either fold in half and again (ie so in quarters), or roll up. Best served warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 92 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PANCAKES BRITISH STYLE



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This recipe comes from Delia Smith. It will make about 12 thin pancakes. The British pancake is very similar to a crepe and is traditionally served with lemon and sugar.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 12 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 9

110 g plain flour, sifted
1 pinch salt
2 eggs
200 ml milk, mixed with
75 ml water
50 g butter
caster sugar, to taste
lemon juice, to taste
lemon wedge, to taste

Steps:

  • Sift the flour and salt into a mixing bowl.
  • Make a well in the centre of the flour and break the eggs into it, then whisk the eggs into the flour.
  • Slowly add small quantities of the milk and water mixture, whisking all the while to get the lumps out of the flour.
  • The batter should be like thin cream when you are done.
  • Now melt the butter in your frying pan.
  • Spoon 2 tbsp of it into the batter and whisk it in, then pour the rest into a bowl and use it to grease the pan, using a bit of paper towel to smear it round before you make each pancake.
  • Heat up the pan over a high heat, then turn the heat down to medium.
  • Spoon the batter into the pan, using just less than 1/4 cup for a 10" pan.
  • You don't want them too big or they will be hard to flip.
  • As soon as the batter hits the hot pan, tip it around from side to side to get the base evenly coated with batter.
  • It will only take a few seconds to cook.
  • When it is golden brown underneath, flip to the other side and cook for a few more seconds.
  • Place on a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while you make the rest.
  • To serve, sprinkle each pancake with freshly squeezed lemon juice and caster sugar, fold in half, then in half again to form triangles, or else simply roll them up.
  • Serve sprinkled with a little more sugar and lemon juice and extra sections of lemon.

SIMPLE ENGLISH PANCAKES



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This recipe was given to me at my bridal shower by family friends of my fiance. These pancakes are much thinner than American pancakes, almost like crepes. These pancakes are light and delicious and best of all, easy to make! Cook time includes an hour of refrigeration.

Provided by Babs7

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 pancakes, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup flour
1 pinch salt
1 egg
1 1/4 cups milk
1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • Sift flour into a bowl.
  • Add salt and stir with a hand whisk.
  • Add egg and slowly add milk while stirring.
  • (batter will be more runnier than American pancakes).
  • Refrigerate for an hour.
  • Put a little oil in a medium sized frying pan and warm over medium heat, after coating bottom of frying pan, pour out extra oil.
  • Pour 1/4 of a cup of batter in the pan and tilt so the batter covers the bottom of the pan.
  • Flip pancakes after about 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Repeat steps 4-6 until batter is gone.
  • Serve with lemon and sugar, fruit, or Lyle's golden syrup.

EASY PANCAKES



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Learn a skill for life with our foolproof crêpe recipe that ensures perfect pancakes every time - elaborate flip optional

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Main course

Time 30m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

100g plain flour
2 large eggs
300ml milk
1 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil, plus a little extra for frying
lemon wedges to serve (optional)
caster sugar to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Put 100g plain flour, 2 large eggs, 300ml milk, 1 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil and a pinch of salt into a bowl or large jug, then whisk to a smooth batter.
  • Set aside for 30 mins to rest if you have time, or start cooking straight away.
  • Set a medium frying pan or crêpe pan over a medium heat and carefully wipe it with some oiled kitchen paper.
  • When hot, cook your pancakes for 1 min on each side until golden, keeping them warm in a low oven as you go.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and caster sugar, or your favourite filling. Once cold, you can layer the pancakes between baking parchment, then wrap in cling film and freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

GOOD OLD FASHIONED PANCAKES



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This is a great recipe that I found in my Grandma's recipe book. Judging from the weathered look of this recipe card, this was a family favorite.

Provided by dakota kelly

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 ¼ cups milk
1 egg
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg and melted butter; mix until smooth.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 37.7 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 503.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

ENGLISH PANCAKES



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Quick and easy method for making English pancakes.

Provided by DanMoore95

Time 15m

Yield Makes 8 Pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 4

115g Plain Flour
2 Eggs
210ml Milk mixed with 70ml Water
Vegetable Oil

Steps:

  • Place flour and beaten eggs into a large mixing bowl, and whisk until they start to mix. Then gradually add the liquid mixture, continually mixing until the batter is smooth.
  • Heat a teaspoon of oil in a frying pan, then add half a cup of the batter into the pan, and quickly spread evenly so the base of the pan is completely covered. Cook until slightly browned on each side, then serve.

ENGLISH PANCAKES



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English pancakes are different from American pancakes. They are much thinner and contain no leavening. They are closer to a French Crepe, only slightly thicker. Traditionally they are served on Shrove Tuesday, but are enjoyed year-around. They are best served straight from the pan. In my house the race is to try and make them faster than my children can eat them.

Provided by Darren McGrady

Categories     Milk/Cream     Egg     Breakfast     Kid-Friendly     Wedding     Back to School     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 20 (8-inch) pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-fine granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
1 egg
2 egg yolks
2 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1/2 stick (1/4) cup unsalted butter
Granulated sugar, lemons, and oranges for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the egg and egg yolks, followed by the milk and 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil. Continue whisking until there are no lumps. In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter until it is golden brown, and whisk it into the pancake mix. Leave the batter to rest for about 15 minutes.
  • Heat an 8-inch frying pan until hot, and add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, tilting the pan to spread the oil across the bottom. When the oil starts to smoke, pour the excess into a small bowl for later use. Return the pan to the heat. You now have a sheer coating of oil remaining on the pan.
  • Pour 2 tablespoons of the batter into the pancake pan, tilting the pan to coat the bottom evenly. Cook until the underside of the pancake is golden brown, and then, using a spatula turn it over and cook the other side. Turn the pancake out onto an upturned dinner plate. Repeat until there is no more batter, using a bit of the reserved oil if the pan appears to be dry, or if the pancakes begin to stick. Continue to stack pancakes on top of each other on your dinner plate.
  • When finished, served the pancakes straightaway with the sugar for sprinkling and the lemon and orange wedges on the side for squeezing on the pancakes.
  • 5. If you want to make the pancakes in advance, lightly butter an ovenproof tray, and sprinkle each pancake with sugar after you finish cooking it. Fold the pancakes in half and then half again, arranging them all neatly on the tray. Cover the tray with foil and bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes. Serve with the lemon and orange wedges.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your pancakes.
  • Make sure your baking powder is fresh. Old baking powder can make your pancakes flat and dense.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make your pancakes tough.
  • Let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking. This will allow the gluten to relax and will make your pancakes more tender.
  • Cook your pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly and will prevent them from burning.
  • Flip your pancakes once they are golden brown on the bottom. Do not flip them too early or they will fall apart.
  • Serve your pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

British-style pancakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of toppings. Whether you like them sweet or savory, there is a British-style pancake recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give British-style pancakes a try!

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