Looking for pancakes recipes for Pancake day or Shrove Tuesday? We've got you covered. Pancake Day this year is on 13 February and we've rounded up all of our best pancake recipes right here, to help you get prepared for the delicious day!
Whether you're looking for the traditional batter of a classic pancake recipe or tasty ideas for toppings, we've got the pancake recipe for you. While many prefer to stick to the time-honoured tradition of sugar and lemon on their pancakes, others like to expand to creamy, chocolatey or other sweet-treat toppings.
Savoury pancakes are also becoming increasingly popular, particularly where bacon is involved. We've got a dreamy recipe for maple candied bacon pancakes and even one combining orange, bacon and cinnamon (trust us, it works!).
At Good Housekeeping, our cookery team triple test every recipe and are quite the culinary experts. Here, they share some of their top tips to ensure you make the best pancakes possible on Shrove Tuesday.
• Always let your pancake batter rest after mixing (about 30 to 45 minutes).
• Only flip your pancakes once, otherwise, if you over flip, they will end up rubbery and tough
• Always use a non-stick frying pan
• Don't be tempted to flip your pancakes too early, allow them to set on the bottom first
• The best thing to fry your pancakes in is butter
• Swirl the pan as soon as the batter has been added, don't be tempted to use a utensil to spread it
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1
Ham and Cheese Galette
Give this savoury galette a go on Pancake Day! If you want to make this pancake vegetarian friendly, swap the ham out for sliced, cooked mushrooms of your choice.
Recipe: Ham and Cheese Galette
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2
Baked Maple, Pecan & Orange Pancakes
We've used ready-made pancakes, stuffed them with an irresistible ricotta, maple syrup and orange filling and baked until piping hot. Yum!
Recipe:
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3
Kaiserschmarrn
An Austrian alpine dessert, also popular in Bavaria, that translates as ‘Emperor’s mess’. Fluffy, scrambled pancake studded with booze-plumped raisins under a blanket of icing sugar. Classically served with apple compote and best eaten immediately.
Recipe: Kaiserschmarrn
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4
Giant Banh Khot
Typically smaller, this crispy Vietnamese pancake has been upped in size to make it a meal for 1. For extra light batter, swap the still water for sparkling.
Recipe: Giant Banh Khot
5
Tiramisu Crêpe Cake
This layered crepe cake couldn’t be easier to throw together. If you want to make it alcohol-free then simply omit the coffee liqueur, or replace with cooled espresso.
Recipe: Tiramisu Crêpe Cake
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6
Maple Candied Bacon Pancake Fingers
Bacon, maple syrup and pancakes are a heavenly combo, so these bacon-filled pancake fingers will go down a treat at your next brunch.
Recipe: Maple Candied Bacon Pancake Fingers
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7
Orange Pancakes With Bacon And Cinnamon Butter
These pancakes are super-soft and fluffy - the ideal partner for the sweet-savoury combo of bacon, orange and cinnamon.
Recipe: Orange Pancakes With Bacon And Cinnamon Butter
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8
Classic Pancake Recipe
How to make classic pancakes plus tip on how to get the perfect pancake.
Recipe: Classic pancake recipe
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9
Gluten-Free Dutch Baby
A Dutch Baby is a cross between an American pancake and a Yorkshire pudding that – confusingly – originates from Germany rather than Holland. Fill it with any fruit that takes your fancy.
Recipe: Gluten-Free Dutch Baby
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10
Vegan Pancakes
Egg-free and dairy-free these vegan pancakes are just as good as the real thing.
Recipe: Vegan pancakes
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11
American Blueberry Pancakes
This fluffy, thick pancake recipe makes a change from traditional crêpes and can even be served with crispy bacon, if you dare.
Recipe: American Blueberry Pancakes
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12
Lemon and Poppy Seed Pancakes
Light, zesty and easy, these puffed pancakes are a delectable start to your day.
Recipe: Lemon and poppy seed pancakes
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13
Cheesy American Pancakes with Bacon and Eggs
This brunch favourite also makes a hearty supper. Fried eggs would work well with this, too.
Recipe: Cheesy American pancakes with bacon and eggs
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14
Christmas Cake Crepes
Turn leftover Christmas cake into a whole new dessert
Recipe: Christmas cake crepes
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15
Banoffee Pancake Stack
Make your pancakes into a showstopping dessert - the family will love it.
Recipe: Banoffee Pancake Stack
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16
Cheat's Cherry Pancakes
Whip up this delicious pancake recipe in just 10 minutes!
Recipe: Cheat’s cherry pancakes
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17
Chicken and Pancetta Pancakes
An eggless version of a Scotch pancake recipe that can be used with savoury or sweet toppings - a perfect intolerance friendly recipe.
Recipe: Chicken and pancetta pancakes
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18
Cinnamon Pancakes
These delicious pancakes are set to be a firm family favourite.
Recipe: Cinnamon pancakes
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19
Pancakes with Bacon and Syrup
This makes 12 pancakes, so it’s up to you whether you serve stacks of two or three of this all-American favourite.
Recipe: Pancakes with bacon and syrup
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20
Pancakes with Spiced Pears
These cinnamon and vanilla infused pancakes served with spiced pears make for a perfect festive dessert.
Recipe: Pancakes with spiced pears
