The 15 best tools for Pancake Day 2022
Whether you're preparing for Shrove Tuesday or simply craving crêpes, we’ve devised the ultimate list of everything you need for making pancakes.
Say goodbye to catastrophic crêpes and hello to perfect pancakes. We’ve discovered the top tools for Pancake Day (and beyond), including the best pancake pan, hand whisk, lemon juicer and spatula, to ensure your Shrove Tuesday is flippin’ fantastic!
Whether you prefer sweet or savoury crêpes, fluffy, American-style pancakes or something a little different, there’s a recipe for everyone on our Pancake Day page.
For more unbiased expert buyer's guides, visit our reviews section to find over 200 round-ups of everything from pancake pans to hand mixers. Plus, if you want to perfect your pancake flip, watch our video on how to flip a pancake.
1. Non-stick pan
Prestige eco non-stick 24cm frying pan
Not only is this pan made with recyclable material (and able to be recycled again if you ever want to replace it), it makes excellent pancakes due to its non-stick base, curved sides and soft-grip handle. It is also dishwasher-safe allowing for quick clean-up. To find your ideal pan, check out our guide to the best pancake pans, or if your non-stick pans are due an upgrade, browse our guide to the best non-stick frying pans.
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2. Whisk
OXO Good Grips balloon whisk
One thing guaranteed to ruin any pancake is lumpy batter. Ensure your mix is velvety smooth with a reliable whisk. We’ve tried plenty of manual whisks but this is our favourite – the shaped silicone handle is extremely comfortable to hold, the whisk head is sturdy, plus it’s good value.
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Amazon (£6.40)
John Lewis & Partners (£6.40)
Waitrose & Partners (£9)
3. Weighing scales
Zing kitchen scales
Using the wrong ingredient quantities can lead to less than perfect pancake results. Ensure precision with a set of modern digital weighing scales. These attractive scales from Zing are slimline, easy to store and have a capacity of up to 5kg (great for anyone making a big batch). They’re a safe option for students or those pressed for space.
Available from Amazon (£14.99)
4. Pancake warmer
- Available from Etsy (£46.17)
This cute ceramic set is a unique addition for your table this Pancake Day. The pancake warmer has holes to allow steam to escape, so your pancakes stay fluffy yet warm. The accompanying pitcher is perfect for syrup.
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Available from Etsy UK (£46.52)
5. Mixing bowl
Joseph Joseph Nest 9 Plus nesting bowl set
A year-round kitchen essential, this impressive set of mixing bowls will come in handy for all kinds of bakes. The large mixing bowl has a capacity of 4.5 litres (ideal for mixing large quantities of pancake batter) and the smaller mixing bowl is ideal for pancake toppings. Neatly stacked inside are a sieve (handy for ensuring there are no lumps in your flour), measuring cups and a strainer. The whole set is ultra-lightweight and easy to store.
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6. Spatula or palette knife
Victorinox rosewood spatula
Whether you're a pancake expert or a tentative beginner, a palette knife or spatula is ideal for achieving a seamless flip. Delicate crêpes tear easily, so this ultra-thin Victorinox model with a snazzy rosewood handle is your perfect pancake partner.
Available from Victorinox (£29)
7. Lemon juicer
OXO 2-In-1 citrus reamer/juicer, 350ml
Swap your old tough lemon squeezer for his two-in-one juicer that has a lid for small citrus fruits – great for serving traditional lemon juice with your pancakes – but also a large juicer for making orange juice.
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8. Squeezy bottles
- Available from Lakeland (£3.99)
So you've mastered basic pancakes, how about trying your hand at some pancake art? Use one of these squeezy bottles to create shapes with the batter in your pan – check out our guide for tips and tricks, as well as ideas for shapes and patterns. If the nozzle feels too small, just snip it with scissors.
Available from Lakeland (£3.99)
9. Pancake moulds
Norpro heart moulds
Everybody knows that one of the best ways to show your love is through cooking – and with this bit of kit, there'll be no mistaking your feelings. Get creative with pancake moulds and build your own heart-shaped stack. The best part? You can also use them on Valentine's Day – you can make heart-shaped fried eggs with them, too.
10. Sugar duster
OXO Good Grips dusting wand
Give your pancakes the magic touch with this dusting wand. Icing sugar can be sprinkled for an even lemon-sugar combination or dust on top of berries and cream for a weekend brunch showstopper. Cinnamon works in this wand, too, as a little can go a long way.
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11. Fancy plates
- Available from Etsy UK (£22.50)
‘Are we having pancakes?’ side plate
Could there be a more ideal plate for Shrove Tuesday?! This hand-drawn, pancake-loving badger design is the right size for pancakes at 23cm.
Available from Etsy UK (£22.50)
12. Sugar pot
- Available from Nkuku (£18)
Mali ribbed sugar pot
Do you insist on the classic lemon and sugar combo for your pancakes? Keep and serve the sugar in this white-terracotta pot, complete with a white lid and spoon slot for easy access. Plus, with this purchase you are helping out a Fairtrade enterprise in Mali.
13. Ice cream/cookie scooper
Bixel ice cream scooper
Keep your pancakes the same size by using this handy scooper to measure out thicker American pancake batter. Plus, after a quick wash, you can use it to add some ice cream to your pancake stack.
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14. Quick pancake maker
- Available from ProCook (£8)
ProCook non-stick egg rings
Make a stack of pancakes in one go with these four rings that can help you to create symmetrical and well-sized pancakes. These ring structures, as the name suggests, are good for eggs and even forming burgers on another day.
15. Engraved pancake maker for kids
Nrpfell Pancake Pan with animal engravings
Fun for kids, this griddle pan has animals engraved in each mould. Just add some mixture for edible cartoon-like treats. For the adults doing the cooking, there is a silicon handle that keeps cool on the hob. The circular moulds would also fit eggs well.
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