Lemon pancakes

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These fluffy and zesty lemon pancakes, made with self-raising flour, make the perfect treat for celebrating Shrove Tuesday. Serve with berries, yoghurt and a dusting of icing sugar to make them extra special.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Serves 4
Difficulty Level Easy

Preparation

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Total Time 30 mins
Preparation Time 10 mins
Cooking Time 20 mins

Ingredients
Method

100g self-raising flour, sifted
60g caster sugar
1 medium egg
150ml milk
Oil or butter, for frying
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 tbsp lemon zest
Dusting of icing sugar (for decoration)

Mix the sifted flour and caster sugar in a bowl or jug
Add the egg and milk and beat well, until you have a smooth batter
Heat a drop of oil or butter in a frying pan - when the pan is really hot, pour in about 3 tablespoons of batter
Cook for just under a minute - using a spatula to keep an eye on how it's cooking and turn to the other side once the first is cooked
Sprinkle over icing sugar and lemon juice, followed by a light dusting of lemon zest. Then serve and enjoy

You will need

Large frying pan - This one from Tefal provides durable non-stick performance – see more details here at Amazon.

Whisk - An electric whisk will help speed things up and this affordable one from Morphy Richards – see more details here at Amazon.

Large mixing bowl – this one by Wilko has high sides and a non-slip base and costs next to nothing – see more details here at Wilko.

Tips

Serve these lemon pancakes with a dollop of natural yoghurt, chopped banana, and a hanful of berries (blueberries, strawberries and raspberries all make lovely toppings).

The zingy lemon and fresh berries also give these delicious pancakes a bright and sunny flavour, making them a perfect treat not only for Shrove Tuesday, but also for all throughout the summer.

The self-raising flour in these pancakes gives them a light and fluffy texture, making them great for special breakfasts and quick toastable snacks (simply pop in the toaster or under the grill and spread a little butter on top).