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Nutritional Values
150kcal
4gProtein
22gCarbs
5gFat
1gFibre
75 gServing
* Per serving · 75 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
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Pikelets
How to order / say it
Say it
Pikelets — [PIE-klet]
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Could I have some pikelets, please?
Say locally
A crumpet-like flat teacake popular in the Midlands and northern England.
Why try it?
Enjoyed with a cup of tea, pikelets are a beloved staple in York's tea-time tradition, symbolizing the simplicity and routine of local life.
How it tastes
Light, spongy, and slightly tangy, pikelets are perfect for soaking up butter or jam. Their porous texture gives every bite a comforting warmth.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Pikelets evolved from the traditional crumpet, first mentioned in the 19th century and quickly gaining popularity across northern England, particularly during the industrial revolution as a quick, hearty snack.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 150 g plain flour
- 🥛 250 ml milk
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 1 tsp yeast
- 🍯 1 tsp sugar
- 🧂 1/4 tsp salt
Method
- 1 Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- 2 Warm milk and butter; add to dry ingredients to form batter.
- 3 Let batter rise until bubbly, about 45 minutes.
- 4 Cook spoonfuls in a greased pan until golden on both sides.
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