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Breakfast pancake recipes

35 Recipes

Pancakes aren't just for Shrove Tuesday! Whip up our quick, easy crêpes and American-style stacks for a satisfying breakfast or brunch treat

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

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Easy banana pancakes

97 ratings 3.9 out of 5 star rating

Turn overripe, blackened bananas into sweet and fluffy American-style pancakes. Serve with syrup and crunchy, toasted pecan nuts as a delicious brunch treat

15 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Cinnamon crêpes with nut butter, sliced banana & raspberries

23 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

Use gluten-free flour in these thin breakfast pancakes served with almond butter, fruit and lemon

15 mins
Easy
Healthy
Vegetarian

Breakfast pancake platter

2 ratings 5.0 out of 5 star rating

Serve a base of wholemeal American-style pancakes alongside a range of toppings. Go sweet with fruit and yogurt, or savoury with soft cheese and salmon

30 mins
Easy
Healthy

Fluffy American pancakes

115 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

Fluffy American-style pancakes are a blank canvas for toppings like blueberries and bacon – great for breakfast in bed. Why not get the kids to help?

30 mins
Easy

Banana oat pancakes

106 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

Make our healthier pancakes using rolled oats and banana for natural sweetness. Serve with a dollop of creamy yogurt and fresh fruit

20 mins
Easy
Healthy
Vegetarian

Spinach pancakes with harissa yogurt & poached eggs

3 ratings 4.0 out of 5 star rating

Make these spiced green pancakes with poached eggs for brunch – they not only taste great, but boast the added benefits of iron and vitamin K

33 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Vegan banana pancakes

90 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

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

22 mins
Easy
Vegan

Quick crêpes Suzette

4 ratings 3.8 out of 5 star rating

A simple way to celebrate Pancake Day without piling on the pounds

20 mins
Easy

Buckwheat galettes

10 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

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

50 mins
Easy
Gluten-free

Tofu brekkie pancakes

10 ratings 4.9 out of 5 star rating

Silken tofu is the secret to making a stack of fluffy, thick, American-style vegan pancakes without gluten, eggs or dairy

20 mins
Easy
Vegan
Gluten-free

Eggs benedict pancakes

14 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

Try an indulgent twist on a classic breakfast dish with our eggs benedict pancakes. This easy but impressive stack makes a filling brunch for a crowd

30 mins
Easy

Almond crêpes with avocado & nectarines

10 ratings 4.2 out of 5 star rating

These simple, fruit-topped pancakes will keep you going all morning yet they're gluten-free and low in carbs 

15 mins
Easy
Vegetarian
Gluten-free

Lemon & ricotta pancakes with blueberry maple syrup

0 ratings 0.0 out of 5 star rating

Whip up these light and fluffy pancakes flavoured with lemon. They're gorgeous drizzled with blueberry syrup, and are a delicious brunch centrepiece

40 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Easy pancakes

587 ratings 4.2 out of 5 star rating

Learn a skill for life with our foolproof easy crêpe recipe that ensures perfect pancakes every time – elaborate flip optional

30 mins
Easy
Healthy

Chocolate pancakes

10 ratings 3.9 out of 5 star rating

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

30 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Banana & cinnamon pancakes with blueberry compote

8 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

Make a batch of these pancakes for a delicious low-cal breakfast. With wholemeal flour to make them more filling, they're topped with an easy blueberry sauce

25 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Classic pancakes

46 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

You can use this foolproof classic batter recipe to create a base for sweet or savoury pancakes

30 mins
Easy

Scotch pancakes

61 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

Our simple Scotch pancakes make a quick and easy breakfast that the whole family will love. Serve with butter and maple syrup for the perfect brunch treat

25 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Healthy pancakes

100 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

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

45 mins
Easy
Healthy
Vegetarian

Sour cream crêpes with Seville orange marmalade & amaretto sauce

2 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

Enjoy moreish sour cream pancakes with our Seville orange, vanilla & cardamom marmalade for a lovely, bittersweet flavour. An indulgent breakfast or dessert

30 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Perfect pancakes recipe

297 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

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

30 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

American-style pineapple & banana pancakes

59 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

These American-style pancakes are easier to make than traditional ones

20 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Gluten-free pancakes

46 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

Use special flour to make these quick and easy crêpes and safely cater for those on a gluten-free diet. Perfect for both sweet and savoury toppings

30 mins
Easy
Gluten-free

Easiest ever pancakes

20 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

This simple batter, based on equal volumes of eggs, milk and flour, produces thick pancakes, ready for your favourite fillings

25 mins
Easy
Vegetarian
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