Description
Pikelets are small, thick pancakes popular in Australia and Britain, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Light and fluffy, they are easy to prepare and cook quickly on the stovetop. These delightful treats can be enjoyed warm or cold with toppings like butter, jam, honey, or fresh fruit, making them a versatile and comforting addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg with the milk and vanilla extract thoroughly to blend.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk together until you achieve a smooth, thick batter without lumps.
- Heat Skillet: Warm a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pikelets: Drop tablespoon-sized amounts of batter onto the heated skillet, leaving space between each. Cook for 1–2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Keep Warm and Repeat: Remove cooked pikelets and keep them warm. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter.
- Serve: Serve pikelets warm or cooled with your choice of toppings such as butter, jam, honey, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for a delicious treat.
Notes
- Pikelets are smaller and thicker than regular pancakes and are ideal for tea time or snacks.
- You can prepare pikelets ahead of time and gently reheat them in the microwave or toaster without losing texture or flavor.
- Feel free to customize toppings to suit your preferences—sweet or savory.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast or Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Australian / British
