Delicious Low Syn Crepe Style Pancakes - great with fresh raspberries and a little juice and zest of lemon.
We all know what day is coming up right? Yep Pancakes Tuesday is nearly upon us, and everywhere I turn there is talks of what kind of pancakes are going to be made.
Whether you plan to stick to your syns or allow yourself a day off to fully indulge is entirely up to you. There are so many different versions to be found.
I have some delicious Slimming World friendly pancakes already to choose from, such as:
- Amazing American Style Pancakes
- Cottage Cheese Pancakes (don't let the name put you off)
- Red Velvet Pancakes
- Pumpkin Pancakes
However one recipe I haven't yet created was crepe style pancakes, so as Pancake day was approaching, I decided to have a go at low syn version that I could enjoy with the usual lemon, sugar and a some fresh raspberries.
These are super delicious and really light. You could go for any toppings you like for these, such as melted chocolate, maple syrup, yoghurt, even a fruit syrup or a dusting of icing sugar. You could even go savoury with these, if you use a plain yoghurt instead of vanilla.
Want to know the best part of all? These crepe style pancakes, do not use any healthy extra's, so are perfect for when you fancy pancakes but do not have a healthy extra spare.
The crepe style pancake batter makes about 4-5 crepes, depending on how big you swirl the mixture out.
Make sure you keep your pan on a really low heat, and use a good quality non stick pan. Patience is key, don't try to flip too early. I had mine on above 4 (on my electric hob), 9 being the highest.
I used a coconut spray oil for these, spraying the pan a little for each pancake to help prevent sticking and it worked a treat.
You have to swirl it fast as soon as the batter hits the pan, to ensure you have a lovely thin crepe style pancakes
So now you have a delicious low syn crepe style pancake recipe to use, how will you serve yours?
Low Syn Crepe Style Pancakes
This recipe is vegetarian, Slimming World and Weight Watchers friendlyExtra Easy - 2.5 syns for entire recipeGreen - 2.5 syns for entire recipeOriginal - 2.5 syns for entire recipeWW Smart Points - 6
Ingredients
- 15g (0.5oz) of all purpose (plain) flour - 2.5 syns
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup (120ml) of fat free vanilla yoghurt
- teeny pinch of salt
- spray oil (I used coconut)
- your choice of toppings
Instructions
- Add the flour, eggs, yoghurt and salt to a bowl and whisk to combine.
- Heat a non stick crepe pan or frying pan over a low heat
- Once hot, spray with spray oil
- Pour a little of the mixture onto the pan and swirl around so that it makes a thin crepe style pancakes.
- Allow it to lightly brown on one side, you can carefully check with a spatula, for doneness, it will lift and flip easily when done on one side.
- Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Serve with your choice of toppings (see notes for suggestions)
Notes
There are some slight variations in syn value of All purpose flour, the one I use is 2.5 syns for two level tablespoons, others are 3 syns, so double check one you use.
Topping suggestions:
- Raspberries, Lemon Juice/Zest and sugar or sweetener
- Melted Chocolate
- Choc Shot syrup and strawberries
- Icing sugar
- Maple Syrup
- Peanut butter and banana
- Fruit Syrup
- Apple, cinnamon and brown sugar
So many other variations for you to choose form.
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Nutrition Information
Yield 45 Serving Size 4-5 crepesAmount Per Serving Calories 229Total Fat 9.6gSaturated Fat 3.2gCholesterol 372mgSodium 192mgCarbohydrates 16.8gFiber 0.5gSugar 4.4gProtein 18.1g
Carolyn says
Hi, I tried this recipe but it did not work. The mixture just heated up in the pan but didn't Cook, please could you give me some pointers.
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Sounds like you may of been trying to flip it too soon, just gently try and lift from the edge, if it doesn't life easily, you know it isn't ready to be flipped, so leave a bit longer. Also a good quality non stick pan is a must. Hope that helps
Carolyn Slyfield says
In the end I left it for 20 mins and it still didn't Cook.
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
No idea why they are not working for you then I'm afraid . I have made them several times now with no issue. I've had lots of members tag me with their pics of them on Instagram and Facebook too. Maybe your heat is too low if it isn't cooking . Have you got a good quality non stick pan and are you following the measurements exactly?
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
I'll try and get a video posted of them step by step soon. Perhaps that will help you see where you are going wrong.
Nicola says
Can't believe the other person said they wouldn't cook, of course they will cook, so yummy.
Carolyn Slyfield says
Well they didn't cook for me, I'm not making up.
ELLICE says
I'm trying these for dinner tonight with loads of fresh fruit and maybe a few squirts (synned of course) of golden syrup. Thank you for yet another brilliant recipe.
Joan says
Could I use toffee yogurt instead of vanilla
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
You can but just be aware that it may give an overpowering flavour
Lesley Robinson says
Hi. I tried these but they stuck to the pan. Is it my pan or am I trying to cook them on too high.
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
it could be either, a good non stick pan is definitely needed, but you also don't want the heat too high, try not to flip until the underside is fully set.
Chrissy says
Could I replace the yogurt with milk from my HEA?
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
you can but you may need to use a little less.
Emma fisher says
Just made these and LOVE them. Thank you for another great recipe❤️
Mags says
Hi,
Would this work with fat free natural Greek yogurt or is it too thick?
Thanks x
Heike Herbert says
I made this this breakfast, using Greek yoghurt and honey I brought back from Greece. It was delish!! And really filling
Mel says
Really nice, brilliant recipe my children absolutely loved them will definitely make again.
Carole says
I've just made these and they were delicious used coconut and vanilla yogurt and served with remaining yogurt and fruit. can they be made ahead and re heated?