Savory pancakes with bacon and crème fraîche

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PRESENTATION

So, you’ve got these savory pancakes that are a really fun twist on the usual breakfast stack. Bacon pancakes bring together that savory goodness of bacon and the soft, fluffy feel of homemade pancakes. Really, who wouldn’t love that? Instead of just syrup, you get this cool, creamy kick from crème fraîche—which, to be honest, adds such a fresh flavor to every bite.

In America, sure, pancakes often come with syrup and butter, but here’s the thing: this version mixes bacon right into the batter. That means you get crispy bacon bits with every forkful. And look, it’s all about capturing that classic American breakfast vibe while also offering something new—pretty exciting, right?

Adding a few avocado slices on top? Honestly, it brings this fresh, smooth element that goes so so well with those rich crème fraîche pancakes. Weekend brunches and gatherings? Definitely better with these savory pancakes. For anyone who’s into the blend of sweet and salty flavors, it just fits. And fits perfectly into any list of savory brunch ideas. Seriously, this isn’t just your average pancake recipe. Bacon and crème fraîche topping make it super special.

Whether you’re into thick-cut, smoky bacon or the thin variety, you’ll get those golden, crispy bites that are just memorable. It’s pretty simple. You can even cut them into mini rounds for appetizers at a party—so everyone gets a taste. The mix of rich bacon, tangy crème fraîche, and maybe some fresh greens or avocado slices keeps it feeling light, despite being bold in flavor.

So when you’re looking to shake up your savory breakfast recipes, these pancakes offer a fun, filling, and slightly different option from the usual breakfast or brunch choices. They mix the best of American breakfast traditions, ensuring they become a favorite at any gathering. For sure.

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INGREDIENTS

Ingredients for 5 servings
Butter 1 ¾ tbsp (25 g) - melted
Whole milk 1 cup (250 g)
Type 00 flour 1 cup (125 g)
Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese 2 oz (50 g) - to be grated
Eggs 2
Instant yeast for salted preparations 2 tsp (6 g)
Fine salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
For the filling
Bacon 5.3 oz (150 g) - (15 slices)
Sour cream 3 tbsp (50 g)
Chives to taste
Avocado 1
Preparation

How to prepare Savory pancakes with bacon and crème fraîche

To make the pancakes with bacon and crème fraîche, first melt the butter over low heat and let it cool slightly. Take the eggs and separate the whites from the yolks 1, then whisk the yolks with the lukewarm melted butter by hand 2, then pour in the milk 3, season with salt and pepper,

add the grated cheese as well 4. At this point incorporate the flour and baking powder by sifting them through a sieve 5. Mix well with the whisk 6

until you obtain a smooth, homogeneous batter 7. Now beat the egg whites with electric beaters 8 until they are white and frothy 9.

Fold the beaten egg whites into the batter 10, gently mixing from the bottom up with a spatula. When the batter is ready 11 you can move on to cooking: heat a nonstick skillet (preferably with a thick base) greased with butter, pour a ladleful of batter into the center 12,

cook for 1 minute on one side 13, then turn the pancake gently with a spatula and cook it for half a minute on the other side, until it is golden on the surface 14. As you cook the pancakes, stack them on a plate 15. With this quantity you will obtain 15 pancakes.

Now take care of the filling: in the same pan you used to cook the pancakes, fry the slices of bacon for a couple of minutes, until they are crispy 16. Now peel the avocado, cut it in half, remove the pit and slice it thinly 17. Everything is ready to assemble the pancakes: place a pancake on a plate, spread a layer of sour cream

and season with chives 19. Place a crispy slice of bacon 20 and the avocado on top 21.

Now place another pancake on top and fill as before with sour cream 22, chives, bacon 23 and avocado. Each serving requires 3 pancakes. Close with another pancake and serve your pancakes with bacon and crème fraîche immediately 34.

Storage

Pancakes can be stored in the refrigerator after cooking and without filling for a couple of days. The batter can be stored in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for a maximum of 12 hours. Freezing is not recommended.

Tip

Once you've made the savory pancakes, varying the filling will be child's play! Instead of bacon, use other tasty ingredients such as salami, prosciutto (raw) or cooked ham. If you can't find sour cream (or crème fraîche), try replacing it with robiola, stracchino or another creamy cheese of your choice, flavored with herbs such as thyme or mint.

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