Queen Elizabeth Pancake Recipe
Enjoy the royal experience with Queen Elizabeth’s favorite pancake recipe. Delicate, flavorful, and easy to make, these pancakes are perfect for a special breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 3 tsp cream of tartar
- 2 tsp melted butter
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk until well blended. Gradually add the melted butter.
- Create the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. The batter should be thick but pourable.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the skillet, forming small rounds. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Serve: Serve warm with butter, jam, or honey.
Notes
- For authenticity, serve the pancakes with clotted cream and preserves.
- The batter can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated.