A pancake, also known as a hotcake or flapjack is a thin, flat, round cake prepared from a batter and cooked on a hot griddle or frying pan. In Britain it is made without a raising agent, and is similar to a crêpe,In America, a raising agent is used (typically baking powder). The American pancake is similar to a Scotch pancake or drop scone.
They may be served at any time with a variety of toppings or fillings including jam, fruit, syrup, chocolate chips, or meat. In America, they are typically considered to be a breakfast food. In Britain and the Commonwealth, they are associated with Shrove Tuesday, commonly known as Pancake Day, when perishable ingredients had to be used up before the fasting period of Lent began.
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 5 Minutes
- Ready Time: 10
Ingredients
- 1 egg 3/4 cup milk 2 tablespoons margarine, melted 1 cup flour 1 tablespoon sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions:
Recipe Steps:
- 1.Beat egg until fluffy. 2.Add milk and melted margarine.
- 3.Add dry ingredients and mix well. 4.Heat a heavy griddle or fry pan which is greased with a little butter on a paper towel.
- 5.The pan is hot enough when a drop of water breaks into several smaller balls which 'dance' around the pan.
- 6.Pour a small amount of batter (approx 1/4 cup) into pan and tip to spread out or spread with spoon.
- 7.When bubbles appear on surface and begin to break, turn over and cook the other side.