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Pancake recipes

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We have all the sweet and savoury pancake recipes you need for Shrove Tuesday, or simply for a weekend breakfast or bunch.

Read our review of the best pancake pans we've tested, to find the perfect one for you.

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  • golden pancake in a frying pan

    Perfect pancakes recipe

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.280 ratings

    An easy pancake batter recipe with tips on how to make the best pancakes every time with sweet or savoury toppings

  • Red velvet pancakes

    Red velvet pancakes

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.13 ratings

    New York diner-style chocolate pancakes meet red velvet cake in this ingenious brunch dish, stacked up with a sweet maple cream cheese frosting, chocolate chips and fresh blueberries.

  • Easy crêpes in a frying pan

    Easy crêpes

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.47 ratings

    Use this easy crêpe mix to make sweet or savoury pancakes. There's enough batter to make a main course and dessert for a family of four.

  • Blueberry pancakes with maple syrup stacked on a plate

    American blueberry pancakes

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.480 ratings

    Light, fluffy and fruity, these pancakes are an American classic. Serve them stacked high with syrup and extra fruit

  • A stack of peanut butter pancakes

    Peanut butter pancakes

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.6 ratings

    Try pancakes with a sweet, crunchy peanut butter sauce – perfect for Pancake Day, a weekend brunch or even dessert

  • Pancake cup on a plate

    One-cup pancakes

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.13 ratings

    Make a batch of pancakes for Shrove Tuesday, or a lazy weekend brunch. This one-cup recipe means you can make pancakes without weighing scales

  • How to make pancakes

    How to make pancakes

    All the know-how you need for a successful Pancake Day, the BBC Good Food cookery team show you how to make thin, flippable pancakes that won't stick to your pan.

  • Cinnamon roll pancakes served with maple syrup

    Cinnamon roll pancakes

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.10 ratings

    Serve these cinnamon roll pancakes for breakfast or brunch with caramel yogurt and maple syrup. They also make an inspired dessert for Pancake Day

  • A stack of vegan banana pancakes

    Vegan banana pancakes

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.84 ratings

    Make these foolproof vegan banana pancakes. A guaranteed crowd pleaser with a fluffy, light texture, you'd never know they’re dairy and egg-free

  • Drop scones served on two plates

    Drop scones

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.25 ratings

    Serve our drop scones (also known as a scotch pancakes) with a glug of syrup and a handful of seasonal fruits for an indulgent breakfast or brunch

  • Pancake for one with berries

    Pancakes for one

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.132 ratings

    Treat yourself to fluffy American-style pancakes with this simple recipe for one person. Drizzle over maple syrup and serve with berries, if you like

  • Chocolate pancakes served on a plate

    Chocolate pancakes

    A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.10 ratings

    Start your morning with these indulgent chocolate pancakes. Top with cream and berries, if you like – they're also great for dessert

  • Blueberry cheesecake pancakes served on plates

    Blueberry cheesecake pancakes

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings

    Try these moreish blueberry cheesecake pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, they'll go down a storm with the family. They also make a lovely dessert all year round

  • A stack of three vegan pancakes

    Easy vegan pancakes

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.97 ratings

    Make this great base for vegan pancakes: use your favourite plant-based milk, and add vegan choc chips, blueberries, or anything else you fancy

  • Classic crêpes on a plate with lemon

    Classic crêpes

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.90 ratings

    This basic batter recipe for crêpes and pancakes is a versatile foundation for either sweet or savoury fillings

  • Spinach & ricotta pancake bake

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.13 ratings

    Make pancakes on Shrove Tuesday and serve our spinach and ricotta pancake bake for dinner. For dessert, choose one of our sweet pancake recipes

  • Pancakes with cherries, bacon and mascarpone on plate.

    Fluffy American pancakes with cherry-berry syrup

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.20 ratings

    You'll flip over these next level fluffy American pancakes – the perfect indulgent brunch treat. Serve with our tangy cherry syrup and irresistible maple syrup and bacon

  • A stack of almond flour pancakes topped with raspberries

    Almond flour pancakes

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.2 ratings

    Serve these gluten-free pancakes with berries and syrup, if you like. If you can't get hold of almond flour, blitz ground almonds until fine

  • Buckwheat crêpe madame served with mushrooms

    Buckwheat crêpe madames

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.10 ratings

    Enjoy these buckwheat pancakes with eggs, cheese and ham for breakfast or brunch. They're good for Pancake Day or something different at the weekend

  • Pancakes with cream, lemon curd and zest on plate

    Lemon drizzle pancakes

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.12 ratings

    Indulge in a stack of our ultra-indulgent lemon drizzle pancakes, inspired by our favourite classic bake. These are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

  • Pancake in a pan served with cheese and ham

    Savoury pancakes

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.8 ratings

    Our simple savoury pancake recipe is great with a sprinkling of strong cheddar and chunks of ham for an easy supper or weekend brunch

  • Stack of healthy American pancakes on table with blueberries in bowl

    Healthy pancakes

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.94 ratings

    These easy healthy pancakes get their fluffy texture from whipped egg whites. Stack them high with fresh berries and a spoonful of low-fat yogurt

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