How to make pancakes from scratch - simple recipe to create your own easy mix

We might still be in the midst of winter, but a special day is here which is sure to sweeten your mood.

Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, takes place today (Tuesday February 21) - and it's a great excuse to treat yourself. While some might be tempted to buy pre-made pancakes and heat them up on the hob, half the fun of Pancake Day is attempting to create your own from scratch.

Even if it takes a good few attempts, it's so rewarding to dig-in to your own delicious homemade pancakes. We have the perfect recipe to make your own pancake mix and better yet, you'll likely find the ingredients are already in your cupboard.

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Make it your own by topping the pancakes with your favourite food, whether you prefer fruit and chocolate, or something savoury such as ham and cheese. The recipe comes from Anthony Barnes, the executive chef at Cardiff's Marriott Hotel, who has provided his top tips to the Mirror.

So get your frying pan and your favourite toppings ready and follow his step-by-step guide to perfect the pancake batter below.

How to make the perfect pancake batter

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 100g plain flour
• 300ml milk
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• Pinch of salt

Method

1. Lightly whisk the two eggs
2. Sieve the flour into a bowl and make a well in the middle
3. Add the salt and oil to the well
4. Pour the whisked eggs into the flour
5. Add half of the milk
6. Mix well then add the rest of the milk
7. Warm your pan up on the hob
8. Add a little oil and tip away any excess
9. Pour a spoonful of the batter mixture into the pan and fry for a few seconds
10. Flip it and fry for a few seconds on the other side

It's as simple as that!

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