Pancakes With Cherry Compote Recipe

Name: Pancakes With Cherry Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cherry juice or nectar; 2 tsp sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 lb cherries, pitted; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 2 tbsp brandy; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 None egg; 1 cup milk; 2 tbsp butter; None None Powdered sugar, to garnish; None None Lemon balm sprigs, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup cherry juice or nectar
2 tsp sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 lb cherries, pitted
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp brandy
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 None egg
1 cup milk
2 tbsp butter
None None Powdered sugar, to garnish
None None Lemon balm sprigs, to garnish

1
Heat the cherry juice in a pan with the sugar and vanilla extract. Add the cherries and simmer for about 5 mins. Blend the cornstarch and brandy to a smooth paste, stir into the cherry compote and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 min or until thickened. Pour into a bowl and leave to cool, stirring occasionally.
2
To make the pancakes, sift the flour into a large bowl, add a pinch of salt and make a well in the center. Beat together the egg and milk and gradually whisk into the flour to form a smooth batter. Leave to rest for 30 mins. If the batter has thickened add a little more milk or water - it should be the consistency of cream.
3
Heat a little of the butter in a shallow frying pan until foaming, then pour in a ladleful of the batter. Swirl the pan to coat the base evenly and cook for 1-2 mins until golden on the underside. Flip the pancake over and cook for another minute. Transfer to a plate lined with parchment paper and keep warm. Repeat to make 8 pancakes in total, adding more butter to the pan as needed. Interleave the cooked pancakes with squares of parchment paper.
4
Fold each pancake into quarters and arrange 2 on each plate. Spoon over the some of the cherry compote and serve dusted with powdered sugar and garnished with a lemon balm sprig.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup cherry juice or nectar, 2 tsp sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 lb cherries, pitted, and more.

Yes, Pancakes With Cherry Compote falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pancakes With Cherry Compote

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