Best 6 Traditional English Pancake Recipes
Traditional English pancakes, also known as drop scones or Scotch pancakes, are a beloved breakfast dish enjoyed by people of all ages. These thick and fluffy pancakes have a unique texture and flavor that set them apart from other types of pancakes. Made with simple ingredients like flour, eggs, milk, and butter, traditional English pancakes are easy to make and can be enjoyed with a variety of toppings, such as butter, syrup, lemon juice, or fresh fruit. Perfect for a leisurely weekend breakfast or a special occasion brunch, these pancakes are a delightful treat that will satisfy your cravings for a hearty and comforting meal.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
ENGLISH PANCAKES
Quick and easy method for making English pancakes.
Provided by DanMoore95
Time 15m
Yield Makes 8 Pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 4
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.
SIMPLE ENGLISH PANCAKES
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
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
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
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
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
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
STAFFORDSHIRE OATCAKES - TRADITIONAL ENGLISH HOTCAKES - PANCAKES
Delicious light pancakes made with oats and yeast - traditionally from the Midlands region in England, in particular the county of Staffordshire. The Potteries, an area that is the birthplace of many famous people including Arnold Bennett, Sir Stanley Matthews, Reginald Mitchell, Captain Edward Smith of the Titanic, Josiah Wedgwood, and more recently Robbie Williams.......but just as important to the Potteries as Royal Doulton, Wedgwood etc., are Staffordshire Oatcakes. Once only eaten locally, the Staffordshire Oatcake has grown steadily in popularity over recent years. The traditional filling would be practically any combination of ingredients from an 'all-day breakfast' but anything goes these days. Chicken curry, chilli con carne, scrambled eggs, smoked salmon and coronation chicken are now quite the norm amongst the oatcake avant-garde, as well as golden syrup, honey, jam and cream.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h6m
Yield 6 large oatcakes, 3-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour the milk and water in a saucepan and warm gently on the hob. This is just to create good conditions for the yeast when the batter is mixed so, as always, keep it below 30°C.
- Add all of the dry ingredients to a bowl and mix together before starting to whisk in all of the warm milk and water. I was looking to get a reasonably thin batter and 600ml did the trick on this occasion. Of course, add less or more milk and water as the situation dictates. Once the batter is mixed, cover with plastic wrap and leave in a warm room for about an hour, allowing the yeast to make the batter nice and bubbly.
- When it's ready, give the batter a gentle stir, smear a little butter or oil on a hot, non-stick skillet and add enough of the batter to thinly coat the bottom. Cook on one side until golden (about 3 minutes) and gently flip over and cook the other side for another couple of minutes.
- Note: As oatcakes contain less flour, and wholemeal flour at that, they contain less gluten and will be more prone to tear. I'm guessing this is why people bulk them up with plain flour, but it's by no means a problem, it just means a gentler hand is required. No vigorous skillet-shaking.
- This batter will yield about 6 large oatcakes. Don't just stick to savoury fillings, either. Fruit, berries, crème fraîche, syrup, ice cream are all brilliant with these pancakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.2, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 56.1, Carbohydrate 78.9, Fiber 7, Sugar 2, Protein 15.9
EASY PANCAKES
This recipe doesn't require much thought early in the morning, and tastes great!
Provided by Sharon Holt
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Pancake Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Make a well in the center, and pour in milk, egg and oil. 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 247.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 804.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
Tips:
- Use the right ingredients: Make sure you have all the ingredients you need before you start cooking. This will help you avoid any surprises and ensure that your pancakes turn out perfectly.
- Measure your ingredients accurately: This is especially important for the flour and liquid ingredients. If you don't measure your ingredients correctly, your pancakes may not turn out the way you want them to.
- Mix your batter until it is just combined: Overmixing the batter can make your pancakes tough. Mix it just until the ingredients are combined and there are no more lumps.
- Let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking: This will allow the gluten in the flour to relax, which will make your pancakes more tender.
- Heat your pan or griddle over medium heat: If the pan is too hot, your pancakes will burn. If it's too cold, they won't cook through.
- Grease the pan or griddle lightly: This will help prevent the pancakes from sticking.
- Pour the batter onto the pan or griddle in a circular motion: This will help create evenly shaped pancakes.
- Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown: Flip the pancakes carefully to avoid tearing them.
- Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings: Pancakes are best served hot off the griddle. Top them with butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
Making traditional English pancakes is a fun and easy process that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious breakfast or brunch that will satisfy everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give traditional English pancakes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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