Easy South African Pancake Recipe
This easy South African pancake recipe makes thin, soft pancakes that are perfect for rolling up with cinnamon sugar, syrup, lemon juice, or savoury fillings. A family favourite that's ideal for breakfast, dessert, or even a quick dinner.
Servings 10 panckes
Ingredients
- 500 ml cake flour all-purpose flour
- 10 ml baking powder
- 2 ml salt
- 2 large eggs
- 250 ml milk
- 350 ml water
- 25 ml vegetable oil
- 12.5 ml vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a large mixing bowl or blender.
- Add the eggs, milk, water, oil, and vinegar or lemon juice.
- Blend or whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Cover the batter and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a lightly oiled frying pan over medium heat.
- Pour enough batter into the pan to form a thin layer, tilting the pan if necessary to spread it evenly.
- Cook until small bubbles appear on the surface and the edges begin to lift slightly.
- Flip the pancake and cook for another 30 to 60 seconds until lightly golden.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
Notes
Serve warm with cinnamon sugar, lemon juice, syrup, or your favourite savoury filling.