Start the day right with these family favourites — sweet, simple and perfect for busy mornings!
Gluten Free Pancakes
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Ingredients
- 200g gluten free plain flour blend
- 2 tsp baking powder (gluten free)
- 1 tbsp caster sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 300ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
- Butter or oil, for frying
Method
- Mix the flour, baking powder and sugar in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla and melted butter.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and whisk until smooth.
- Leave the batter to rest for 5 minutes.
- Heat a lightly greased frying pan over medium heat.
- Pour small amounts of batter into the pan.
- Cook about 2 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface.
- Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden.
- Serve warm with your favourite toppings.
Nanny Bea says: pancake mornings always feel extra special — try different toppings and make your own favourite creation!
Gluten Free Oat & Berry Muffins
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Ingredients
- 200g gluten free self-raising flour
- 100g certified gluten free oats
- 100g caster sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder (gluten free)
- 2 large eggs
- 250ml milk
- 80ml vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 150g mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries or strawberries)
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C fan / 200°C / 400°F.
- Line a muffin tray with paper cases.
- Mix the flour, oats, sugar and baking powder in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir gently.
- Fold in the berries carefully.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the muffin cases.
- Add extra oats or berries on top if you like.
- Bake 20–22 minutes until golden and springy.
- Leave to cool slightly before serving.
Nanny Bea says: these smell amazing while baking! We love making big batches for breakfast, snacks and picnics.
Gluten Free Waffles
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Ingredients
- 250g gluten free plain flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp caster sugar
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 300ml milk (dairy or plant based)
- 75ml melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Method
- Preheat your waffle maker.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined — don’t overmix.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
- Lightly grease the waffle maker if needed.
- Pour the batter onto the waffle maker and cook until golden and crisp.
- Carefully remove and enjoy.
Nanny Bea says: waffles are easy to make and fun to top! Make a batch ahead and freeze for busy mornings.