Indulge in perfectly fluffy sultana and cinnamon pancakes for a weekend breakfast or add ice cream for a delicious dessert. With just simple ingredients and a few minutes of time, these delicious pancakes hit the spot. Don't forget the maple syrup!
Flipping Easy Pancakes
I've been waxing lyrical to anyone that will listen about the simplicity of pancakes recently; making them via FaceTime with my nephew and just generally looking for a quick and simple dessert with fresh fruit and ice cream.
I am a complete sucker for a good pancake; even if the fridge is looking bare except for a few staples you can always whip up something reasonably healthy and definitely filling, be it sweet or savoury.
With all the chaos of the last month or so and Easter being later this year, I'd completely forgotten that Shrove Tuesday was fast approaching; this Tuesday, March 4th if it had slipped your mind too.
It was all the pancake pins that had crept into my Pinterest feed over the last couple of days that reminded me that it was that time of the year.
And after spending an hour in the dark, under the duvet, whilst Ian soundly slept on the other side of the bed; I finally closed my eyes and dreamt of pancakes for breakfast, wracking my brain about what was in the cupboard.
I suppose that it didn't help matters, waking up at 2.30 am not feeling particularly great, and then spending another hour on Pinterest looking at pancakes, whilst trying to make myself fall back to sleep.
Food Nostalgia
But during this early morning Pin-athon I remembered the lemon and raisin pancakes you could buy in packets, in the supermarket, and how when I nasty bouts of tonsillitis when I was younger, I'd happily devour a packet of these as they didn't hurt my throat.
So at that moment before sleep and consciousness; you know the one, when you head literally drops with a jolt, I thought about a little variation on my go-to poorly treat, with sultana and cinnamon pancakes. Ta-dah!
Pancake Toss Nerves
I really can't express how easy pancakes are to make; I think some people are put off by the 'flipping'.
Hands up those of us that have ended up with pancake half in and half out of the pan and batter welding itself to the sides. Yes, me too!
Hence why I now prefer to leave the flipping of the bigger, thinner pancakes to my Other Half, and I stick with flipping the smaller, thicker American style pancakes with a spatula.
Sweet or Savoury Pancakes?
Whilst these are more a breakfast thing, the possibilities are endless.
Often we'll have fresh raspberries and ice cream, or just keep strictly traditional with a little fresh lemon and sugar.
We do also go for a more savoury option, think ham, cheese and leek, smoked salmon and cream cheese or a full English breakfast style with bacon, scrambled egg, mushrooms and baked beans.
The choice is yours!
Top tips for perfect pancakes
Over the years, from flipping pancakes with my Dad, to now when they're that 'quick fix' satisfaction for my sweet tooth, I've accumulated a few handy hints to make them the fluffiest ever:
- Let the batter rest - Yes, pancakes are quick but are you patient enough to let the batter stand for 30 minutes before you cook them? If you are, then I guarantee that your pancakes will be that little better. There's been more time for the liquid to absorb which gives a better texture.
- Cook straight away if time-pressured - If you do not have time to let the batter stand, or you're as impatient as I am - cooking them straight away isn't going to make a bad pancake. They're still just as good!
- Make sure your pancake pan is hot - Bring on the heat! It goes without saying really, but before you add your batter to the pan make sure it is nice and hot. You can turn down the heat when the batter is in the pan. However, it will depend on the sort of pancakes you like.
- For thin and lacy edged crepes - keep the heat high and spread the batter thinly around the pan.
- For thick and fluffy style pancakes - turn the heat down and don't spread the batter as much; you'll get that light and fluffy middle; perfect for brunches.
- Take your time - For me, it doesn't matter how many you make, the first one is always the best, so top tip... really savour that one, take your time and enjoy that because once everyone knows you're making pancakes, they'll be after them too!
- Step up your pancake game - If you're feeling artistic you could even have a go at pancake art. Go on... you're braver than I am!
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Sultana and Cinnamon Pancakes
Ingredients
- 125 g Self-raising flour
- 1 teaspoon Caster sugar
- ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 142 ml Semi-skimmed milk
- 1 Egg medium
- 50 g Sultanas
Instructions
Making the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, sift the flour, caster sugar and ground cinnamon. Make a well in the centre.
- Add the egg into the middle of the well, and add approximately 100ml of milk.
- Whisk together the dry and wet ingredients, gradually bringing in the ingredients to the centre.
- Beat the mixture to a smooth, thick paste.
- Add the remainder of the milk and mix well, until all incorporated and smooth and slightly runny in texture.
- Set the batter aside to rest for 30 minutes.
Making the pancakes
- Spray a piece of kitchen towel with spray-oil, and wipe over the base of a small frying pan or pancake pan.
- Place the pan over a moderate heat.
- Using a measuring spoon, ladle 1 tablespoon of batter into the middle of the pan and swirl around the pan until you get the desired thickness. My pancakes are about 10cm in diameter and thick.
- For thinner pancakes, add 2-3 tablespoons of batter, swirl around the pan to get a thin and even layer and pour any excess back into your batter mix.
- Scatter sultanas over the top of the batter.
- Depending upon the thickness of your pancake, the underside should start to turn golden brown after about 30 seconds. Gently lift the edge with a palette knife to check.
- When ready flip the pancake, either with a palette knife, and cook on the other side for a further 30 seconds.
- Turn the pancake out onto a warm plate, eat straight away or build a stack. Add a squeeze of lemon and sprinkle of sugar, or a a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- The pancake batter can be kept refrigerated for up to 3 days, but is best eaten on the day it is made.
- You can switch the Skimmed milk for either skimmed or full-fatmilk.
- Plain or All Purpose flour with ½ teaspoon of baking powder can be substituted for the self-raising flour.
- Instead of the cinnamon and sultana, add chocolate chips or fresh fruits like raspberries or blueberries, or just simply serve with lemon and sugar.
YOUR OWN NOTES
Nutrition
Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
Lou
Looking forward to making this again for Pancake Day soon!
HELEN
oh my, they look so good - pancake overload this morning!
Emily @amummytoo
I'm hungry all over again after looking at these. Exactly my kind of pancakes.
misplacedbrit
I love cinnamon in pancakes! Delicious.
Julie
These look really delicious, definitely the perfect weekend breakfast.
Alison
These look gorgeous