Cheese & Chive Pancakes

Recipes

Cheese & Chive Pancakes

Ingredients

  • 200 g self-raising flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 250 ml milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 110 g mature Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
  • 40 g Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 10–15 g chives, finely chopped
  • 10 g butter plus 1 teaspoon oil (for frying)
  • Additional butter (for serving)
  • Extra grated cheese (for serving)

Optional Variations:

  • Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free self-raising flour.
  • Cheese Swap: Substitute Cheddar with a milder cheese if preferred.
  • Herb Alternative: Replace chives with spring onions or parsley for a different flavor.

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
    • In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and salt. This incorporates air to ensure light and fluffy pancakes.
  2. Prepare Wet Ingredients:
    • In a separate jug or bowl, whisk the milk and egg together until fully combined.
  3. Combine Mixtures:
    • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
    • Gradually pour the milk and egg mixture into the well, whisking constantly to create a smooth, lump-free batter.
  4. Add Cheese and Chives:
    • Gently fold in the grated Cheddar, Parmesan cheese, and chopped chives. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the batter’s fluffiness.
  5. Prepare for Cooking:
    • Heat a large frying pan or griddle over medium heat.
    • In a small saucepan, melt the 10 g of butter and mix it with 1 teaspoon of oil.
    • Lightly grease the hot pan with the butter-oil mixture. The pan is ready when the mixture sizzles upon contact.
  6. Cook the Pancakes:
    • Drop a tablespoon of batter per pancake onto the pan, spacing them evenly.
    • Cook for about 2 to 2½ minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface.
    • Flip the pancakes and cook the other side until golden brown.
  7. Keep Warm:
    • Transfer the cooked pancakes to a clean tea towel or a warm plate to keep them warm while you cook the remaining batter.
    • Re-grease the pan with the butter-oil mixture between batches as needed.
  8. Serve:
    • Serve the pancakes warm with additional butter and extra grated cheese if desired.
    • Enjoy your savory Cheese & Chive Pancakes!

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Version: Substitute with gluten-free self-raising flour for a gluten-free option.
  • Cheese Variations: Feel free to use a milder cheese in place of mature Cheddar if preferred.
  • Herb Alternatives: Spring onions or parsley can replace chives for a different flavor profile.

Enjoy your delicious Cheese & Chive Pancakes!