How to Make the Perfect Pancake Day with Honey
Pancake Day is just around the corner (17th February this year!), and we can't think of a better way to celebrate than with a stack of fluffy pancakes and a generous drizzle of proper English honey.
Whether you're team traditional thin and crispy or prefer American-style thick and fluffy, we've got you covered with recipes, topping ideas, and plenty of honey-fuelled inspiration.
Why Honey Makes the Perfect Pancake Topping
Let's be honest - while lemon and sugar is the classic, there's something truly special about honey on pancakes. It's naturally sweet, adds gorgeous flavour, and unlike golden syrup, our honey is completely unprocessed and packed with natural goodness.
Plus, with our range of varieties - from delicate Blossom to indulgent Soft Set and our vibrant Honey With collection - you can create endless flavour combinations.
Classic English Pancakes Recipe
The traditional thin and crispy pancakes - perfect for rolling up.
Ingredients:
100g plain flour
2 large eggs
300ml milk
1 tbsp melted butter (plus extra for frying)
Pinch of salt
Method:
Whisk the flour and salt in a bowl, make a well in the centre and crack in the eggs
Pour in half the milk and whisk until smooth, then gradually add the rest
Stir in the melted butter
Heat a small knob of butter in a frying pan over medium-high heat
Pour in a small ladleful of batter, swirling to coat the pan thinly
Cook for about 1 minute until golden, flip and cook the other side
Keep warm while you cook the rest
Makes: 8-10 pancakes
American-Style Fluffy Pancakes Recipe
For those who prefer their pancakes thick, fluffy and stacked high.
Ingredients:
200g self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp caster sugar
1 large egg
250ml milk
2 tbsp melted butter
Pinch of salt
Method:
Mix the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a bowl
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk and melted butter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix gently until just combined (lumps are fine!)
Heat a knob of butter in a frying pan over medium heat
Pour small ladlefuls of batter - don't spread them out
Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear, then flip
Cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden
Makes: 10-12 pancakes
Our Favourite Honey Topping Combinations
Classic & Simple
Blossom Honey + Fresh Lemon - Light, sweet and fragrant with a citrus zing
Soft Set Honey - So creamy and fudge-like, it doesn't need anything else!
Fruity & Fresh
Honey With Strawberry + Fresh Strawberries - Double strawberry deliciousness with Greek yogurt
Honey With Lemon + Blueberries - Bright, zesty and fresh
Indulgent & Cosy
Honey With Chocolate + Banana - Need we say more?
Heather Honey + Crispy Bacon - Sweet and savoury perfection
Adventurous
Honey With Chilli + Lime Zest - For those who like a kick!
Honey With Ginger & Turmeric + Greek Yogurt - Warming spices meet creamy indulgence
Top Tips for Perfect Pancakes
Let your batter rest - 30 minutes in the fridge makes better pancakes
Don't over-mix - Lumps are your friend, especially for fluffy pancakes
Get the heat right - Medium heat is your sweet spot
Be generous with the honey - This is not the time to hold back!
A Little Pancake Day History
Pancake Day (also called Shrove Tuesday) has been celebrated in the UK since the 15th century. It falls 47 days before Easter Sunday, which is why the date changes every year.
Traditionally, it was a way to use up rich foods like eggs, milk and butter before the fasting period of Lent. These days, it's mostly an excuse to eat as many pancakes as humanly possible - and we're absolutely here for it.
Make it a Pancake Day to Remember
Whether you're keeping it classic with lemon and Blossom Honey or going all-out with chocolate-banana stacks, Pancake Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, enjoy some proper home cooking, and showcase our beautiful English honey.
Why not try a few different varieties and let everyone create their own perfect pancake? Set out bowls of fresh fruit, nuts, yogurt and a selection of Happy Valley honeys, and watch the magic happen.
Ready to stock up for Pancake Day?
Browse our full range of honeys - from classic varieties to our exciting Honey With collection. Order now to make sure you're prepared for 17th February!
Happy flipping,
The Happy Valley Honey Team