The Ultimate Guide to Delicious Pancakes

March 4th 2025 is pancake day and we can not wait! Who can resist the fluffy, tasty, lemon and sugar soaked taste of a fresh pancake? Noone, that’s who!

Whether you are celebrating pancake day at home, at work or school, here are our favourite pancake day recipes. We’ve included a recipe for easy classic pancakes, a recipe for protein-packed pancakes and even a gluten-free and dairy-free pancakes recipe.

Easy Classic Pancakes Recipe

This simple and traditional pancake recipe creates light and fluffy pancakes that are perfect for a pancake Tuesday - or, quite frankly, any day of the week.

Classic Pancake Ingredients:

• 125 grams plain flour (all purpose)
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 230ml milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

Classic Pancake Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. 
2. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg and vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
5. Ladle a potion of the batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
   
   

Protein Pancakes Recipe

If you're looking for a protein boost to fuel your day, these protein pancakes are a great option.

Protein Pancakes Ingredients:

• 50g rolled oats
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 120ml milk or almond milk
• 1 egg
• 1/2 mashed banana
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

Protein Pancakes Instructions:

1. Blend the oats in a food processor or blender until they resemble flour.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the blended oats, protein powder, baking powder, and cinnamon.
3. Stir in the milk, egg, mashed banana, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
5. Pour the batter onto the skillet, using about 1/4 cup per pancake.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and cook the other side.
   
   

Gluten Free and Dairy Free Pancakes Recipe

These pancakes are perfect for those with dietary restrictions, yet they are just as delicious as the traditional version.

Ingredients for Gluten Free and Dairy Free Pancakes:

• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup almond milk or oat milk
• 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

Instructions for Gluten Free and Dairy Free Pancakes:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In another bowl, mix the almond milk, egg (or flax egg), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grease with coconut oil.
5. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
   
   

Find all the ingredients for classic, protein and gluten & dairy free pancakes, plus all the pancake toppings you could dream of at The Mill Shopping Centre. Shop in the heart of Clondalkin village.