5 from 15 votes
British Pancakes
British Pancakes are thin, crepe-like pancakes made from a smooth batter of flour, eggs, milk, and melted butter. Cooked individually in a buttered non-stick pan until lightly golden on both sides, they have a delicate texture and mild buttery flavor. Typically served with lemon wedges and caster sugar, they offer a classic balance of tartness and sweetness, suitable for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Servings:
6
pancakes
Calories:
129 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
British
Ingredients
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- 2 egg
- 300 ml milk
- 1 tablespoon butter plus a little extra for frying, melted
- lemon optional, wedges
- caster sugar optional
Instructions
- Place milk, eggs and butter in a large bowl and whisk until combined. Add in the flour sifted through a sieve and whisk until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Let the batter rest in the fridge for 15-30 minutes if possible, or start cooking straight away.
- Heat a medium non-stick frying pan over medium heat, and gently brush it with a little melted butter.
- When the pan is hot, pour a ladle of batter over the bottom of the pan and cook your pancake for 1 minute or until golden. Flip the pancake carefully using a silicone spatula, then cook a further 1 minute on the other side. Gently transfer the prepared pancake onto a warm plate and repeat the process until you have finished up the batter.
- Serve with lemon wedges and caster sugar on the side, or your favourite filling.
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Notes
- For best texture, let the batter rest in the fridge for 15–30 minutes before cooking.
- Prepare batter the night before for a quick morning cook.
- Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days and reheat briefly in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition Information
Calories
129kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
65mg
(22%)
Sodium
59mg
(2%)
Potassium
105mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
219IU
(4%)
Calcium
68mg
(7%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 pancakes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 129
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 129kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 59mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 219IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.