Pancakes aren’t just eaten in the USA: the Irish also have their own version of this breakfast staple! They’re called “Irish pancakes” in English, and they’re a godsend! Very similar to their American neighbor, this is a thick pancake that the Irish love! They are usually eaten with a sweet accompaniment: melted chocolate, honey, jam… There are no limits!
Irish pancakes (called Scotch Pancake in Northern Ireland) are thick pancakes made with baking soda and buttermilk. No need for egg whites: their version is both light and tasty.
Smaller and more generous than traditional Breton crêpes, these pancakes are easy to make, and ultra-gourmet.
They are usually eaten as part of the Irish Breakfast, with jam, honey, orange marmalade, chocolate or sugar… But gourmets also love it with traditional Canadian maple syrup, whipped cream, strawberries, raspberries or bananas. (It’s all a question of greed and imagination: the greedier, the better! But be warned: pancakes aren’t exactly renowned for being a health food).
Taste-wise, it’s a delight! Soft, light, plush. Pancakes are also perfect with savoury ingredients! A fried egg, a bit of bacon, and off you go: this breakfast of champions will get your day off to a flying start!
It’s worth noting that some establishments offering Irish breakfasts sometimes include this type of dish on their menus. In that case, go for it! Economical, they usually cost less than €4 or €5.
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