t’s one of our favourite times of year again, Pancake Day! Also known as Shrove Tuesday, Christian countries throughout the world observe Pancake Day the day before Lent. It often involves a day of eating rich, indulgent food before Lent’s fasting period. So, with this in mind, we collate some simply delicious sweet and savoury Pancake Day recipes just for you!
PANCAKE DAY RECIPES: SWEET
Us Brits tend to favour sweet pancake toppings, so we know you’ll enjoy these! From fruit to chocolate, we can’t wait for you to try these dessert-ready Pancake recipes.
CHOCOLATE NUTELLA PANCAKES WITH A BOOZY CHOCOLATE SAUCE
If you’re a chocolate-lover, these Nutella pancakes are just for you. Both light and fluffy, enjoy these chocolate pancakes or dessert with a rich chocolate sauce. Add booze to the sauce for an extra adult treat. Alternatively, if you need something to cut through the chocolate, serve with cool vanilla ice cream.
BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE PANCAKES
Love fruity, creamy and crumbly blueberry cheesecake? Well you’ll adore these delicious blueberry cheesecake pancakes. They are delicious topped with crushed nuts, ginger biscuits or caramel chocolate digestives. If you aren’t a fan of crushed nuts, then a little dollop of peanut butter goes well too!
PINK OMBRÉ PANCAKES RECIPE
This stack of pink ombré pancakes is not just for Pancake Day. They also make a really lovely Mother’s Day treat for any mums in your life. Serve with a dollop of Greek yoghurt, mixed berries, a sprinkle of pistachios, and drizzle of maple syrup. For an extra flavour injection, swap the milk in the recipe for buttermilk or yoghurt.
TRADITIONAL ENGLISH PANCAKES WITH LEMON AND SUGAR
Finally, officially Britain’s favorite pancake topping, these traditional lemon and sugar pancakes are both tasty and easy to prepare. Serve these for a breakfast treat or for dessert in the evening. Also, if you fancy something extra sweet, add some banana, strawberries, whipped cream or syrup.
CINNAMON SWIRL PANCAKES
These cinnamon swirl pancakes are the perfect fusion of cinnamon buns and pancakes. With the deep cinnamon flavours and a drizzle of cream cheese, these are perfectly enjoyed with a warm cup of chai or glass of milk.
CARAMEL BANANA PANCAKES WITH SALTED PEANUTS
Caramel banana and peanut-topped pancakes are a great mix of salty and sweet. Why not enjoy as a breakfast treat or dessert after a light dinner? If crushed salted peanuts aren’t for you, make a drizzle out of slightly melted peanut butter.
PANCAKE DAY RECIPES: SAVOURY
If you fancy something new (and also tasty), you’ll love these savoury Pancake recipes. Take a plunge on the below and enjoy from Breakfast to Tea.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST SANDWICH WITH SAUSAGE AND AVOCADO
This delicious breakfast sandwich uses thick fluffy pancakes as bread buns. Serve with a sausage patty, fried egg and some slices of avocado. If you want an extra treat, add a slice of melty American cheese.
SMOKED SALMON, CREAM CHEESE AND DILL PANCAKES
These salmon, cream cheese and dill pancakes taste so luxurious, but are also so easy to make. After making the pancakes, mix the soft cheese with a little squeeze of lemon juice. Season with some black pepper to taste, then spread on top of the pancakes. Top with slices of smoked salmon, finely chopped cornichons and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
SAAG ALOO PANCAKES RECIPE
For a quick late lunch or dinner recipe, this spiced spinach and potato pancake recipe uses a pre-made pancake mix. Full of veggies and with a cool raita dip, this is an ideal meal for vegetarians.
EGGS BENEDICT PANCAKES
This Eggs Benedict recipe is another delicious option for breakfast or brunch. With a lovely topping of Hollandaise sauce, this is perfect for if you have guests round. Why not serve with a cup or tea or cool glass of orange juice?
MUSHROOM AND SOFT CHEESE PANCAKES
These mushroom and cream cheese pancakes can be made ahead of time. They are a great option for a light, vegetarian Shrove Tuesday dinner. Serve with a side green leaf salad or simply on their own.
SPINACH AND RICOTTA-STUFFED PANCAKES
A nice alternative to pasta, this recipe uses pancakes in place of cannelloni tubes or lasagne sheets for a really sumptuous meal. These are a perfect evening meal for a wintery evening. Serve with a side of broccoli or if you fancy a meaty addition, top with chopped crispy bacon.
MORE PANCAKE DAY RECIPES YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
- For vegan pancakes, try this delicious recipe. Replace any non-vegan ingredients with vegan alternatives!
- If you want all the fun of Pancake Day without compromising on your healthy eating habits, then try these delicious healthy pancake recipes.
- If you fancy pancakes that are a break from the norm, then these pancake recipes from around the globe will be right up your street.
FABULOUS FRYING PANS: COPPER STONE PANS
Good pancakes need great kit to make them with, and these super non-stick frying pans are just that!
The Copper Stone Pans Range are available in three sizes, and two colours. Their coating helps them cook things evenly, making them the ideal frying pans for making pancakes. Click here to purchase your own now.
PHOTO CREDITS
- Main pancake photo by Pixabay from Pexels
- Lemon pancake photo created by freepik – www.freepik.com
- Salmon Pancakes Photo by Nadin Sh from Pexels
- Spinach and Ricotta Pancakes picture by Eva Elijas from Pexels