While most people see Pancake Day as a great excuse to stuff their face (and why not?), there\u2019s more to this particular holiday than simply choosing your favourite toppings.<\/p>\n
So, whether you\u2019re wanting to find out more about the history and how to remember the date or just seeking some culinary inspiration, we\u2019ve got you covered with everything you need to know about Pancake Day. And if your favourite person’s birthday happens to fall on the yummiest day of the year, then celebrate that with a Pancake Day card<\/a> from our brilliantly inventive thortful card creators!<\/p>\n Also known as Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day is typically observed as a day of feasting and indulgence before the Easter Lent period \u2013 although many people just celebrate as an excuse to enjoy pancakes!<\/p>\n But why do we eat pancakes on Shrove Tuesday? Well, traditionally, Christians would observe Lent as a time of fasting, so Shrove Tuesday was the last chance to use up any remaining eggs and fats, making pancakes the perfect food!<\/p>\n It somehow sneaks up on us every year, and with no fixed date, nobody ever really seems to know the answer to the question: when is Pancake Day?<\/p>\n While the date changes annually, Pancake Day occurs each year in either February or March, falling the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. This means Pancake Day is exactly 47 days before Easter; so, this year, you\u2019ll need to have all your ingredients and toppings at the ready for Tuesday 1st<\/sup> March.<\/p>\n One of the best parts about making homemade pancakes is how easily you can add different ingredients and toppings to completely change up the flavours, regardless of whether you have a giant sweet tooth or prefer a delicious savoury treat.<\/p>\n This means you can enjoy pancakes all day as the perfect option for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and, of course, dessert \u2013 it\u2019s no wonder they\u2019re so beloved!<\/p>\n If you\u2019re keeping things sweet but hoping to be healthy, you might want to try fresh fruit like strawberries, bananas, and blueberries. Or, if you\u2019re feeling extra indulgent, why not go for a stack of chocolate-filled pancakes<\/a>? Alternatively, super simple options such as syrup or lemon and sugar can be just as yummy.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t worry if you aren\u2019t a big dessert person, as there\u2019s a whole array of great savoury pancake options to choose from. Whether you like the sound of potato pancakes<\/a>, classic ham and cheese<\/a>, or even brunch-worthy eggs benedict<\/a>, you\u2019re in complete control here; so feel free to experiment with different recipes and toppings you love.<\/p>\n Pancake Day is the perfect time to come together as a family and have some fun in the kitchen, so we\u2019ve brought together some of our favourite suggestions for getting everyone involved!<\/p>\n Children are bound to love a super stack of colourful pancakes and, luckily enough, it\u2019s super easy to achieve.<\/p>\n After making your pancake batter, all you\u2019ll need to do is separate the mixture into individual bowls and add different coloured food dyes to each. Then cook each coloured batter separately and get stacking!<\/p>\n Pancake art is a great way to impress your children, even if you\u2019re not particularly artistic! Fortunately, there are two different approaches you can take, depending on your creativity levels.<\/p>\n If you\u2019d rather keep things simple, you might find it easiest to cut different shapes straight into your pancakes after they\u2019ve been cooked, using any toppings as extra flourishes.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re feeling a bit more adventurous, though, you could try making art directly in the pan. This can be achieved by carefully piping different coloured pancake mixtures into the pan as you cook \u2013 who knows, you might be the Picasso of pancakes!<\/p>\n A flipping competition is a great way to get the whole family involved in the most nerve-wracking moment of the pancake making process. Just make sure to keep little ones away from hot pans and flying food!<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for vegan-friendly<\/a> pancake options (or just ones without eggs), we\u2019ve got you covered!<\/p>\n Mashed banana, pumpkin puree, or even avocado are all great choices when it comes to making vegan pancakes. The only thing to bear in mind is that using fruit can add an extra distinctive flavour or sweetness.<\/p>\n Other substitutes you might want to consider in place of eggs include seeds like flax or chia (pulverized with a little water), tofu, or even a mixture of baking soda and vinegar.<\/p>\n It\u2019s perhaps one of the most controversial food battles out there, with nearly everyone squarely on one side or the other; but what exactly is the difference between crepes and pancakes? When we Brits say ‘pancakes’ we usually mean crepes, but American pancakes are usually thick and fluffy.<\/p>\n While both dishes seem similar and do share many of the same ingredients, the crepe is missing one of the key components of the pancake: the raising agent.<\/p>\n These raising agents, such as baking powder or baking soda, help give pancakes their iconic fluffiness, whereas crepes are thinner and a lot more delicate. Moreover, this thinness is what can give crepes a crispier texture around the edges.<\/p>\n Another difference is how they\u2019re served \u2013 crepes are typically larger and tend to be rolled or folded, meaning you can easily add a filling inside, whereas pancakes are usually stacked in a pile with extra ingredients added during the mixing process or as toppings.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n And there you go \u2013 hopefully you\u2019re now all clued up and ready to have a flipping great Pancake Day! Plus, if you\u2019re looking forward to other tasty celebrations like Easter, we\u2019ve also got some exciting colouring activities<\/a> or egg hunt ideas<\/a> sure to keep the kids entertained! Or for more great ways to enjoy those special occasions<\/a> together, be sure to check out the rest of the thortful blog.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"What is Pancake Day?<\/h2>\n
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