The 14 tastiest pancakes from around the world
Do you think pancakes are quintessentially Dutch? Think again. Variations are made and eaten all over the world. These recipes are a little different from what you’re used to.
Buttermilk pancakes: United States and Canada
Let’s start with a classic: the small, thick pancake stack served at the American breakfast table. The original is, of course, the buttermilk pancake.
Scallion pancakes: China
Originally from northern China and a firm favorite with the FavorFlav editorial team. These pancakes are made with scallions and dipped in soy sauce.
Panukakku: Finland
Several portions are cut from these large oven pancakes. They’re eaten for breakfast with, for example, fruit or bacon.
Banh Xeo: Vietnam
The Vietnamese version of a pancake is savory and gets its name from the sizzling sound of the pan when the batter goes in. Here you can read how to make it yourself. The batter contains rice flour and turmeric powder.
Kaiserschmarrn: Austria
That the Austrian version is almost a national treasure is clear from this recipe on Austria’s official website. The flavor also resembles waffles somewhat.
Crêpes: France
Of course, the French crêpes couldn’t be left out. From Nutella to French cheese, you can put anything inside.
Uttapam: India
Uttapam is a dish from southern India, and the batter is made partly with basmati rice. It’s eaten as a snack or for breakfast.
Okonomiyaki: Japan
Fill this savory pancake with whatever you like. Have some leftover chicken, or fish left over from yesterday? No problem—it’s all delicious.
Kue Dadar Gulung: Indonesia
These pandan pancakes with coconut filling belong on everyone’s must-bake list. The recipe comes from our own circle, so it’s guaranteed to be delicious—we promise.
Cachapas: Venezuela and Colombia
This cheesy treat is made with just three ingredients: masa harina, corn and, of course, cheese. So it’s super easy and quick to make. Masa harina is Mexican corn flour, which is also used to make tacos.
Apam Balik: Malaysia
As crazy about peanut butter as we are? Then Apam Balik is just the thing for you. It’s folded double, and the filling is a combination of peanuts and sugar. It’s sold as street food.
Raggmunk: Sweden
In Sweden, they eat their pancakes as a combination of rösti and a pancake. It contains carrot and thyme, and here’s how to make it.
Fluffy Hotcakes: Japan
Tricky to make, but if you succeed, the result is the fluffiest pancake ever. Here’s a recipe.
Dutch baby: United States
A Dutch baby has nothing to do with the Netherlands and is also called a German pancake. That’s where the confusion comes from—it remains difficult. Originally, this light, airy oven pancake comes from Seattle. Huh?
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