Pancake and crepe pans

Who doesn't love a sweet treat now and then, or even often? Crepes, galettes or mini pancakes (or poffertjes) prepared in pancake and mini pancake pans make a delicious meal, as well as a perfect dessert. They're also perfect as a festive meal for a birthday or birthday breakfast. To make perfect pancakes and mini pancakes, you need a pancake or poffertjes pan.

Anyone who cooks regularly knows that their dishes are even more successful with the right cookware. Cookinglife offers a wide range of pancake and poffertjes pans, so that every household can find the right pan for its needs. What's more, the pancake and mini pancake pans are also ideal as gifts, beautifully packaged with pancake mix and Nutella or caster sugar.

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• What's the difference between a pancake pan and a poffertjes pan?
• Choose your pancake and poffertjes pan
• Buying your crepe / pancake and poffertjes pan

What's the difference between a pancake pan and a poffertjes pan? 

A pancake pan differs from a (mini) pancake pan in its purpose. Although they are two similar dishes, sweetened with batter, they differ in their origin, preparation, and consistency. 

Poffertjes originate in the Netherlands and are made with a thicker, fluffier pastry, prepared with yeast. Mini round poffertjes are baked in special pans and have a soft, airy texture. A poffertjes pan is characterized by the many little hollows into which the batter can be poured, resulting in small, fluffy poffertjes. Poffertjes are often served with butter and caster sugar.

Crêpes, on the other hand, are of French origin and are made from a thin, liquid batter that is spread out on a flat griddle and then turned over to obtain a very fine, even texture. A crepe pan has a flat surface, ideal for spreading the batter evenly. It has low sides for easy turning and a non-stick coating for trouble-free preparation. The crepes are softer and have a smooth surface. They can be topped with Nutella, fruit, cream or savoury ingredients.

There are also pancakes, which are very similar to crepes, but a little thicker and fluffier. Pancakes can also be prepared in a pancake pan, which means that a pancake pan can be used for several purposes. For those who prefer savoury pancakes (or galettes), here are a few gourmet combinations to enjoy on their own or with others:  

• Gorgonzola and pear 

• Salmon and fromage frais 

• Cheese and bacon 

• Spinach, feta and bacon

• Onions and mushrooms

Choose your pancake and poffertjes pan

When buying a pancake and poffertjes pan, it's important to take individual preferences and requirements into account. Here are a few points to bear in mind:

• Type of dish: determine whether you mainly want to prepare pancakes or poffertjes, as this will influence the choice of pan.
• Diameter and shape: Choose the right diameter for the pan, depending on the size of the pancakes or the quantity of poffertjes you want to make.
• Material: opt for quality materials such as cast iron, aluminium or frying pans with non-stick coatings, which ensure even heat distribution and easy release of the batter.

There are also pancakes, which are very similar to pancakes, but a little thicker and fluffier. Pancakes can also be prepared in a pancake pan, which means that a pancake pan can be used for several purposes. For those who prefer savoury pancakes (or galettes), here are a few gourmet combinations to enjoy on their own or with others:  

• Gorgonzola and pear 

• Salmon and cottage cheese 

• Cheese and bacon 

• Spinach, feta and bacon

• Onions and mushrooms

Buying your crepe / pancake and poffertjes pan

When buying a pancake and poffertjes pan, it's important to take individual preferences and requirements into account. Here are a few points to bear in mind:

• Type of dish: determine whether you mainly want to prepare pancakes or poffertjes, as this will influence the choice of pan.

• Diameter and shape: Choose the right diameter for the pan, depending on the size of the pancakes or the quantity of poffertjes you want to make.

• Material: opt for quality materials such as cast iron, aluminum or frying pans with non-stick coatings, which ensure even heat distribution and easy release of the batter.

• Handle shape and material: choose a handle that stays cool and grips well, so you can use the pan safely. You can select a frying pan with a handle made from another material that conducts less heat, such as wood or silicone.

• Cleaning and maintenance: make sure the pan is easy to clean and has a durable coating. In the descriptions of our pancake and poffertjes frying pans, you'll find details of the product's characteristics, such as whether it's dishwasher or oven-safe.

• Price: keep your budget in mind and choose a pan that offers good value for money.

If you want to buy pancake or poffertjes pans for yourself or as a gift, you can do it easily on Cookinglife. You'll also find a wide range of everything to do with cooking, baking, and serving. From crockery sets so you can serve your pancakes in style to grill pans and even kettles.