3 of the best Pancake Day recipes – Caleño style

Bored of traditional pancakes? So are we. Which is why this year we’re adding a Colombian twist to some of our favourite Shrove Tuesday classics, inspired by the tropical flavours of our non-alcoholic spirits. From coconut key lime pie pancakes with Dark & Spicy cream to soft and fluffy cheese filled Arepas – a traditional Colombian pancake. So grab your favourite bottle of Caleño and let’s inject a little joy to Pancake Day this year. We’ve even made a delicious cocktail for you to enjoy too, perfect whether you’re eating pancakes for breakfast, lunch or dinner (or all three, we’re not judging).

1. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix together until you have a dough-like consistency
2. Separate the dough into four equal balls and then flatten with your hand so they are about ½ inch thick
3. Heat two tbsp of oil in a pan on a medium heat and then place the four dough balls in the pan
4. Cook the Arepas for 6 minutes on each side, or until light brown and crisp and cooked all the way through
   

While traditionally eaten for breakfast, you can enjoy Arepas at any time of day. Some people like to have them with savoury mince or pulled jackfruit, topped with guacamole and salsa.

Method

1. Place your pineapple rings in a bowl with 35ml of Caleño Light & Zesty and leave to absorb the liquid while you make the pancakes (use the leftover liquid in a cocktail!)
2. Whisk the egg in a large mixing bowl then add the milk, flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and salt – the mix should be fairly thick
3. Put your pan on a medium heat and when warm, add ½ tsp of oil
4. Add one ladle full to the pan and use the back of the ladle to spread out the mixture
5. Cook on each side for 1-2 minutes, until light brown
6. Continue with the rest of the batter (keeping the cooked pancakes warm in the oven)
7. Top with the Light & Zesty pineapple, coconut yoghurt and a drizzle of maple syrup
8. Enjoy!
   
   

Method

1. Beat the egg and then combine with the rest of the wet pancake ingredients
2. Now add the rest of the ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and mix well until a batter forms – the mixture should be thick, if it seems too dry though, add a drop more milk
3. Set the mixture to a side while you make the cream: whisk together the double cream and Caleño Dark and Spicy until soft peaks form – keep in the fridge
4. If you haven’t already done so, toast your coconut until golden brown and the aromas are released
5. Now heat your pancake pan on a medium heat with a little oil or butter and then add a spoonful of the pancake mixture – roughly ⅓ cup or a ladle full. Use the back of the ladle to spread out the mix
6. Cook for a couple of minutes on each side until golden and then repeat with the rest of the mix
7. Top with the Caleño cream, toasted coconut, extra lime zest and a drizzle of honey
8. Enjoy!

Tip: Keep your pancakes warm while you cook the others by placing them in a warm oven, with greaseproof paper between each one, so they don’t stick.

Have a very Happy Pancake Day! Share your creations with us on Instagram @calenodrinks