25 minutes
A delightful breakfast treat of classic fluffy pancakes that can be served with crispy pancetta and fresh blueberries, drizzled with maple syrup.
Pancetta, baked
slices
as needed
as needed
Blueberries, fresh
as needed
Self-Raising Flour
0 oz
teaspoons
tablespoons
each
Maple Syrup, plus extra for serving
tablespoons
0.25 fluid ounces
pinches
1. Pancetta Preparation (Optional)
Preheat your oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper. Arrange the pancetta slices in a single layer on the prepared tray. Cover with another parchment sheet and place a second baking tray on top. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the pancetta reaches desired crispness.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour, baking powder, caster sugar, and a small pinch of salt.
3. Mix in Wet Ingredients
Crack the eggs into the bowl with the dry mixture. Whisk until they are fully integrated and the mixture is smooth. Continue whisking while gradually adding the maple syrup and milk to form a consistent batter.
4. Cook the Pancakes
Heat a splash of sunflower oil and a small knob of butter in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat until sizzling. Pour spoonfuls of batter into the pan to form pancakes of your preferred size. When bubbles form on the surface, flip the pancakes and cook the other side until golden brown. Serve immediately or keep them warm in a low oven as you prepare the rest.
Add fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries to the batter. To ensure even distribution, sprinkle them on each pancake right after you pour the batter onto the griddle.
Fold in ricotta cheese and lemon zest for light and fluffy pancakes with a zesty, creamy twist.
Add pumpkin puree and a mix of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to the batter for a fall-flavored pancake.
Fold in chocolate chips or chunks into the batter for a sweet treat. You can use dark, milk, or white chocolate depending on your preference.
Add zest from an orange, lemon, or lime to your pancake batter for a refreshing twist. This will brighten the flavor profile without overwhelming the pancakes' inherent taste.
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