Description
Delicious and fluffy cheese & chive pancakes made with mature Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, perfect for a savory breakfast or brunch. These pancakes combine the sharpness of cheeses with fresh chives for a flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 200 g self-raising flour
- 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 250 ml milk
- 1 egg
Cheese & Herbs
- 110 g mature Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
- 40 g Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 10-15 g chives, finely chopped
For Cooking
- 10 g butter
- 1 tsp oil
To Serve
- Butter
- Grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: Sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl. In a jug, whisk together the milk and egg. Make a well in the center of the flour and gradually add the milk and egg mixture, whisking constantly to form a smooth batter. Gently fold in the grated Cheddar, Parmesan, and chopped chives.
- Heat Butter and Oil: Place the butter and oil in a small saucepan and heat gently until the butter has just melted, then remove from heat. This mixture will be used to grease the pan.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a large frying pan or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush the hot surface with some of the butter and oil mixture, which should sizzle to indicate readiness. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of batter per pancake onto the pan, spacing them apart to avoid crowding. Cook for about 2½ minutes, or until bubbles form around the edges and the underside is golden brown. If necessary, cook another 30 seconds. Flip each pancake and cook the other side for 2 to 2½ minutes. Adjust heat if pancakes are not ready to turn after 3 minutes. Wrap cooked pancakes in a clean tea towel to keep warm as you cook the rest, lightly greasing the pan between batches.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm with a pat of butter and a sprinkling of extra grated cheese if desired. Reheat leftovers in the microwave to maintain their fluffy texture. Store any pancakes in the fridge for 2–3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Cooking a test pancake first helps gauge the right heat for perfect golden pancakes.
- Adjust the cooking time slightly if needed to ensure even cooking without burning.
- These pancakes can be frozen; reheat gently to retain texture and flavor.
- Use a clean tea towel to wrap pancakes and keep them warm without steaming and losing crisp edges.
- Adding a little oil with the butter prevents burning during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
