Sticky American Pancakes

Method

• step 1

  Carefully sift the flour into a mixing bowl.

• step 2

  Add in the sugar and mix together. Make a well in the centre of the mixture.

• step 3

  In a jug, lightly whisk the egg and milk together.

• step 4

  Pour the egg and milk into the well and whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

• step 5

  Lightly grease a frying pan or griddle and preheat to a medium heat.

• step 6

  Carefully drop 3 separate tablespoons of the mixture into the pan, keeping them well apart.

• step 7

  When golden brown, flip them over and cook the other side too.

• step 8

  If stacked between layers of kitchen paper, this will keep them warm and moist until the all others have been cooked.

• step 9

  Serve with a little butter, jam or golden syrup. A scoop of ice-cream can also make it more special.