Whip out your frying pan and get ready to pancake party because our Scotch pancakes are here to make your day! Light, fluffy and fun to make, these tasty treats are ready in minutes and ideal for Saturday mornings. Keep them classic with butter and jam or get creative with our topping suggestions featuring all your favourite Nestlé treats. Let’s get flipping!
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What are Scotch pancakes?
Scotch pancakes, also known as drop scones, are the thick, fluffy darlings of the pancake world. Unlike their thinner crêpe cousins, these golden beauties puff up into soft, cakey rounds that are ideal with butter, jam, a drizzle of honey or as a tasty chocolate treat They’re quick to make no matter your skill level and great for a special-occasion breakfast!
Popular Scotch pancake toppings
Mix and match your favourite Nestlé treats and flavours to create your own memorable Scotch pancake!
- Nail the classics with toppings like butter, jam, honey, maple syrup, whipped cream, creme fraîche or even a dollop of mascarpone.
- Melt a few squares of Milkybar® in the microwave and give your pancakes a white chocolate drizzle.
- Add colour and crunch with a teaspoon of Smarties®.
- Chop Aero® Peppermint for pops of minty, bubbly chocolate.
- Add chopped Quality Street® favourites like the Green Triangle, The Purple One or Orange Chocolate Crunch.
- Add a stick or two of the KitKat® Sharing Bars in Double Chocolate, Salted Caramel or Hazelnut flavours.
- For a caramel twist, chop Munchies® or melt some Rolo® into a chocolate caramel drizzle.
- For a fresh burst, think vibrant berries, chopped stone fruit, citrus segments or caramelised apples. Or turn your berries into a simple compote by cooking them down with a splash of water.
Serving suggestions
Scotch pancakes are quick, tasty and great for just about any occasion. Dress them up with toppings like strawberries and cream for a Valentine’s or Mother’s Day treat. Or keep them simple with a knob of butter and local honey. For a crafty kids' idea, help them create funny faces with toppings like sliced bananas for eyes and Smarties® for smiles.
Storage instructions
Pop your Scotch pancakes in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat, arrange them on a plate and heat them in the microwave for 20-30 second bursts until warm. You can also freeze the pancakes for up to three months. To defrost, simply leave the container in the fridge overnight then reheat and serve.
You will need
- A non-stick frying pan
- A whisk
- A tablespoon (or two) for spooning the mixture
- Two mixing bowls (one large)
Ingredients
- 200g self-raising flour
- 50g caster sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
- 150ml semi-skimmed milk
- 2 medium eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Butter, unsalted, to grease the pan
Each pancake typically contains:
of an adult’s Reference Intake (RI)*
Energy per 100g: 1244kJ/295kcal
Method
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, eggs and vanilla.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and whisk until mostly smooth. A few lumps are okay!
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat, then grease it with a little butter. Drop heaped tablespoon amounts into the pan, around 2-3 at a time, depending on the size of your frying pan. Use the back of the spoon to shape them into circles. If you’re feeling cheffy, use two pans at the same time to speed up the process!
- Leave to cook until bubbles start to form and pop on the surface, then flip. Continue cooking for another 45-60 seconds until golden. Stack the Scotch pancakes on a plate to keep them warm and repeat the process until you’ve used all the mixture.
- Top with your preferred toppings and serve!
Top Tips
When it comes to great Scotch pancakes, slow and steady wins the race. They are thicker so they need time to cook through without burning the outside. An even medium heat ensures golden exterior, puffy centre and tender texture. If your butter hits the pan and turns brown after few seconds, turn down your heat!
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many types of pancakes but there’s only one Scotch pancake. Traditional pancakes are larger, thinner and are rolled with cinnamon and sugar. American pancakes are large, thick and fluffy. Scotch pancakes are small, thick and lightly sweetened.
No surprises here, but we’ve got the Scots and Scotland to thank for the tasty Scotch pancake.
Rather than being crêpe-style – thin and wide – the Scotch pancake is small, thick and fluffy. It originated in Scotland.
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