Pancake Day can quickly spiral from fun tradition to kitchen disaster. But this can be avoided, emphasis on can be, because we’re giving you the tools but skill also counts. So, we’ve rounded up the 20 essentials you need for smooth sailing on Pancake Day. Novices will love this one, and habitual bakers, we know you want to know what’s actually worth your dime this Pancake Day.
A batter dispenser because pouring the perfect pancake takes too much time!
This stainless steel pancake batter dispenser with a stand gives you control over portion sizes and reduces the splatter chaos. Just squeeze, pour perfectly sized pancakes, and marvel at how almost mess-free your kitchen counter is.
1L of maple syrup? Ugh… Yes!
So Pancake Day isn’t reserved just for the 17th of February. For most of us, pancake day is every day. Now you’ll have a massive supply of maple syrup that you can also drizzle on porridge, or frankly, anything that needs a sweetener. Stock up, thank yourself later.
Stevia that actually tastes like something
If you need to be careful with sugar intake but still want to participate in Pancake Day festivities, then stevia is your answer. This vanilla-flavoured sweetener means you get to indulge in sweet pancakes with a hint of vanilla. Sign us up for guilt-free and tasty pancakes.
A measuring jug (because guessing doesn’t work)
We all want to believe we can bake by instinct. But honestly, let’s be sensible with our Pancake Day recipe and use a measuring jug. Leave the experimentation for another time, and genuinely impress your family and friends with actual perfect pancakes because this one time, you followed a recipe properly.
The non-stick pan that actually doesn’t stick
This is not an unpopular opinion: you need a non-stick pan for good-looking pancakes. This Tefal titanium pan is reliable for pancakes and for everyday cooking. Don’t make the mistake of nailing the pancake prep only to fail because your pancakes stick to the pan. Plus, this one’s easy to clean.
Airtight containers for pancake hoarding, instead of meal prep
Made more pancakes than you could possibly eat? Or maybe your child is taking some to school? These Sistema containers keep them fresh and safe. You can even store leftover batter for another day. You would essentially be celebrating Pancake Day for multiple days.
Pancake moulds for a dash of whimsy
Serve your pancakes in cute shapes with these stainless steel moulds. Perfect if you’re making pancakes for your loved ones or children. Because these are stainless steel, they’re easy to clean. Just place them in the pan, pour the batter inside, and you’ve got cutely shaped pancakes.
Measuring spoons so you don’t ruin everything
You know how recipes say something like “add 3 tablespoons of sugar”? If you’re not a baker, you might assume they mean actual tablespoons from your cutlery drawer. Wrong. These are precise measurements that you can get with these spoons. They’re also magnetic, so you’re less likely to lose them!
A whisk (not a fork, please)
Leave the fork behind. Seriously, enough with the fork and use an actual whisk for smooth batter. This whisk is inexpensive, stainless steel, and dishwasher safe.
Spatulas for flipping without the fear
This heat-resistant and easy-to-clean set of spatulas will make flipping your pancakes so much easier. As the title says, these essentials are more of an almost mess-free pancake day, but that shouldn’t stop you from building your pancake flipping skills on this day of all days.
A pancake maker for the pan-averse
Don’t want to use a frying pan for your pancakes? Fair enough. There’s always a pancake maker. This one by Russell Hobbs has an adjustable thermostat and cooks your pancakes evenly. A win. It’s also easy to clean, so you don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen.
Four pancakes at once? Revolutionary.
We all love efficiency, so why not get this 4-hole pancake pan that allows you to make four pancakes at the same time? Not only will this save you time, but you’ll also have four perfectly shaped pancakes every single time.
Pre-made mix (we won’t tell)
Who’s going to know if you’ve used a pre-made pancake mix? It’s Pancake Day, so as long as you’re eating them, you’ve celebrated the day. And what better way to guarantee your pancakes turn out right than with a pre-made mix?
Biscoff as a topping, because why not?
If you love Biscoff on anything, then imagine it spread on a pancake. Best Pancake Day ever. You’ll be impressing people, and honestly, this might just start the next viral trend.
Chocolate drizzle for the vegan community
This vegan chocolate drizzle is a great option for your vegan or plant-based friends, or even yourself, if you want to celebrate Pancake Day but still enjoy a sweet treat on top.
Serving platters for pretending you have it together
Serve your pancakes on these clean white rectangular platters and feel like a pastry chef. Whether you’re feeding the family, impressing friends, or treating yourself to a solo pancake feast, these platters make everything look aesthetic, even if you’re eating pancakes in your pyjamas.
Kids’ aprons for the full family experience
Make Pancake Day even better for you and your kids with these cute children’s aprons. Making pancakes with kids is a messy process, but the aprons add an enrichment to pancake-making.
Easter egg sprinkles (it’s not too early)
Lent is 47 days after Pancake Day, so no, it’s not too early for Easter egg sprinkles. Add these colourful mini Easter egg sprinkles to your pancakes to begin your festivities.
Tiny, cute bowls for topping control
If you’re going all out for Pancake Day and hosting others, or just want an aesthetic social media picture, put your toppings in these small serving bowls. Not only will you have a sense of control over the toppings, but it’s a nice detail to add.
Mixing bowls that’ll make you feel professional
Let go of your overworked bowl and create a whole setup for yourself that feels intentional on this Pancake Day. This FineDine set of five mixing bowls is brilliant because they’re stainless steel, so you know what we’ll say… Yes, they’re easy to clean!