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Traditional English Pancakes
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Traditional English Pancakes

Classic British pancakes, perfect for weekend breakfasts
Course Breakfast
Cuisine British
Keyword Pancakes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 6 Pancakes
Calories 283kcal
Author thebakingexplorer

Ingredients

For the pancakes

  • 285 g Self raising flour
  • 2 Eggs large
  • 570 ml Milk cow's or plant milk will both work
  • 50 g Caster sugar

For the toppings

  • Lemons
  • Caster sugar
  • Blueberries

Instructions

  • Put a frying pan on the hob to heat up at a low-medium heat
  • In a mixing bowl stir the flour and sugar together
  • Add the eggs and whisk in
  • Then add the milk bit by bit, whisking between each addition until you have a smooth batter
  • Spritz a little oil or add a knob of butter to the frying pan, then add a ladle full of batter
  • Cook the pancake for about 4 minutes, then flip it over and cook for a further 3 minutes
  • Serve immediately with a good squeeze of lemon juice, a generous sprinkling or sugar and fresh fruit like blueberries too if you like!

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Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 234IU | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1mg