Delicious pancake recipes to enjoy this Shrove Tuesday
With Shrove Tuesday approaching, many readers will be looking for simple ways to upgrade their pancakes, whether cooking for themselves, family, or friends. We’ve pulled together a selection of easy pancake recipes, from classic to more creative options, all requiring minimal prep, keeping time in the kitchen to a minimum.
Raspberry Maple Pancakes with Maple Coulis
Perfect for a Shrove Tuesday treat, these raspberry maple pancakes are light, fluffy, and naturally pink thanks to raspberry purée. Raspberries and maple syrup are combined into a sweet coulis that tops a high stack of pancakes. For extra indulgence, drizzle with more maple syrup and serve immediately.
Ham and Cheese Calzone Pancake with a Spicy Tomato and Maple Dip
A savoury twist for Shrove Tuesday, these calzone-style pancakes are filled with ham and cheese and served with a spicy tomato and maple dip. Quick to prepare, they’re a fun alternative to the usual sweet pancakes. 
Immune-Boosting Maple Pancakes
These immune-boosting maple pancakes use buckwheat flour, turmeric and ginger for natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. They are topped with a maple-sweetened pineapple and ginger salsa and a maple-almond drizzle, giving a nutritious twist to classic Shrove Tuesday pancakes.
Sweet Sushi Maple Pancakes with Fruit
This creative pancake recipe makes 8 sweet “sushi” rolls, which can be sliced into 40 bite-sized portions. For a playful twist, you can experiment with different flavours, such as banana and dark chocolate with desiccated coconut and a maple glaze, raspberry and white chocolate, or mango and white chocolate.
Korean Fried Chicken with Fluffy Maple Pancakes
Pancakes and fried chicken – what’s not to love? These sticky fried chicken pancakes, enriched with pure maple syrup, combine sweet and spicy flavours for a fun and indulgent brunch. Try them as a show-stopping dish for your next weekend brunch or Shrove Tuesday celebration.
Spring Onion Pancake with Soy, Maple and Ginger Dipping Sauce
Crispy, flaky, and full of flavour, these spring onion pancakes are packed with taste. Layers of dough are rolled with sesame oil and freshly sliced spring onions, creating a satisfying crisp bite with every mouthful.
The dipping sauce blends the savoury richness of soy sauce with pure maple syrup, fresh ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Perfect as a snack or starter, this is a distinctive and memorable pancake dish.
Maple Vegan Pancakes
These easy vegan pancakes require only a handful of ingredients and taste every bit as good as their dairy-based counterparts. Made with chickpea flour and your choice of oat or almond milk, the batter is enriched with pure Canadian maple syrup, adding a touch of sweetness. Light and fluffy, and not least of all, these chickpea pancakes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or just about any occasion.
