American Pancakes

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This classic American pancakes recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch, in fact these fabulously fluffy pancakes are perfect any time of day, on their own, or smothered in syrup!

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Ingredients

  • For the pancakes

Method

  1. To make the pancake batter whisk all the ingredients together in a bowl.
  2. Over a medium heat, pour some batter into a frying pan gently fry on either side for two minutes, so the middle is cooked. 
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American-Style Pancakes - Is There A Better Brekkie or Brunch?

If you’re looking for an easy American pancakes recipe, look no further! With only five basic ingredients - buttermilk, self-raising flour, an egg, melted butter and a pinch of salt - your perfect pancakes are ready in just a few minutes, great if you’ve got a houseful of kids or a family around the table begging for seconds!

These American style pancakes can trace their origins to the seventeenth century when European settlers arrived in the New World. Originally made with cornmeal, they were known as ‘jonnycakes’, from the American Indian word ‘janiken’ meaning corn cakes, but today this fluffy American pancake recipe is a far cry from the old days!

For an extra tasty twist on this time-honoured American pancakes recipe, add blueberries or chocolate chips into the batter, or drench them in maple syrup with a side of crispy bacon and creamy scrambled eggs for a classic breakfast straight from a small-town diner!