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Easy English Pancakes

Light and fluffy pancakes, also known as sweet crepes, that can be customized with various toppings for a delightful breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter
  • 30 grams Caster sugar Adds sweetness that balances the flavors of the toppings.
  • 360 ml Milk Can use skimmed, semi-skimmed, or whole milk.
  • 2 medium Eggs A rich source of protein and provides structure.
  • 0.5 tablespoon Vegetable oil Can be substituted with melted butter.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional, enhances the flavor and aroma.
  • 160 grams Plain flour Base ingredient for the pancake mix.
  • Spray oil Used to coat the pan between pancakes.
Toppings
  • Nutella Sweet topping option.
  • Strawberries Fresh fruit for a healthy topping.
  • Lemon Adds a citrusy flavor.
  • Sugar or icing sugar For sweetness.
  • Banana A nutritious topping.
  • Chocolate sauce Decadent topping choice.
  • Raspberry sauce Adds a fruity element.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar and flour.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well mixed.
  3. Gradually add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until you achieve a smooth batter.
  4. Optionally add vanilla extract for extra flavor.
Cooking
  1. Heat your non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly spray it with oil.
  2. Pour in a small ladle of your batter, swirling it around to spread it evenly.
  3. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on one side until bubbles appear on the surface.
  4. Carefully flip the pancake and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Keep them warm in the oven while you cook the rest.

Notes

For meal prep, consider making a larger batch and freezing them. Use whole wheat flour for added fiber.