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Calling all foodies… Pancake Day is just around the corner, but don't freak out, there's still time to get everything you need. To get you excited about the only date you need in your diary, we’ve rounded up everything to buy to make it a success, as well as useful facts that you can tell your family on the day.
When is Pancake Day 2022?
This year Pancake Day lands on Tuesday 1 March 2022.
What is Shrove Tuesday and is it the same thing as Pancake Day?
Pancake day is our take on Shrove Tuesday. Shrove Tuesday is the day before the start of Lent, where you can overindulge and eat all the sweet treats you want. It's then tradition to fast up until Easter.
Which countries celebrate Pancake Day?
Across the world, countries put there own spins on Shrove Tuesday. Here are some of our favourites:
Spain's is actually ‘Omelette Day’.
South American and Louisiana in the US, call it ‘Fat Tuesday'.
People in Madeira eat Malasadas, which is a type of fried doughnut.
The fine folks in Finland eat green pea soup.
How did Pancake Day start?
The name Shrove Tuesday comes from 'shrive', according to History Extra, meaning absolution for sins by doing penance.
Now you know all you need to know, let's get down to business.
The best items to buy in preparation for Pancake Day 2022
Shop for Pancake Day 2022
1 of 20Salter 24Cm Marble Frypan
What is a pancake without a pan? Tesco currently has a 50% discount on Salter pans with your Clubcard. They also have a 30 cm frypan and a 32 cm frypan.
2 of 20Quest Pancake & Crepe Maker
Get ready for the foodie event of the year with this powerful plate. It'll cook everything from pancakes to crêpes, omelettes, rotas and much more.
3 of 20Salter Crepe Pan With Lemon And Syrup
Not only do you get a crepe pan with this deal, but also syrup and lemon juice (the ultimate pancake combo). If you have a Clubcard, this item is 50% off, at £10.
4 of 20foodspring Protein Pancakes
Looking for something a lil' bit different this pancake day? Why not try out foodspring's protein pancakes - something for those gym-goers out there. They have a salted caramel protein cream to go along with it, making delicious pancakes that are good for those gains, too.
5 of 20Metal Stainless Steel Spatula Set
Flip a perfect pancake every time with this stainless steel spatula set. It comes with a griddle scraper and grill spatula.
6 of 20KENIAO Unicorn Cutters Set
Want to spread a bit of magic for Pancake Day? This six-piece cutter set includes unicorns and more.
7 of 20Salter Stainless Steel Mould Set 2Pc
Another option is these adorable moulds from Tesco, only £2.50 with your Clubcard.
8 of 20KitchenCraft Wooden Pancake spreader
Creating a crêpe is really hard! Using this classic tool will help to spread your mixture quickly and evenly.
£5.99
9 of 20MasterClass Smart Space Stainless Steel Collapsible Whisk
What's that I hear you say- a collapsable whisk?! Free up storage place with this ingenious invention.
10 of 20Salter Squeeze Bottle
This Salter squeeze bottle is super helpful for clean pancake making, instead of spooning into the pan and risking the splatter. With your Clubcard, this bottle is only £1.50.
11 of 20Mason Cash Hertitage Batter Bowl
Or get this stylish portable batter bowl from Mason Cash, which is an equally-chic kitchen decor item.
12 of 20Rowse Chocobee
Got a sweet tooth? You'll love this brand new product from Rowse, made with honey and cocoa. Be wary, it's very sweet, but it'll definitely please Nutella fans looking for something a little different.
13 of 20Global Gourmet American Waffle Maker
Whip up an American-style waffle with a gourmet machine. It has extra deep non-stick coating plates to ensure your mixture doesn't burn on it.
£26.99
14 of 20Nrpfell Pancake Maker
Bring a bit of fun to your dinner table with this cute animal imprint pan. You can create seven different animal designs at one time, which is great for kids.
15 of 20Personalised Pancake Spatula
Want to give a fun Pancake Day gift or let everyone know you're the best chef in the house? This personalised and practical spatula is a great option.
16 of 20Breville VTP130 Traditional Crepe Maker
Prefer your pancakes a bit thinner? This crêpe maker will ensure you get in on all the fun. This powerful plate has rapid heat-up and variable temperature control so it's super easy to use.
17 of 20National Pancake Day Socks
Why not go the full hog and celebrate with some pancake socks?
18 of 20Aunt Bessie's Pancake Mix
Sometimes there's just too much to do in one day to find time to make pancake mix. Then thank the breakfast lords for Aunt Bessie's Pancake Mix. All you have to do is heat the pan.
19 of 20Protein Pancake Mix
Why not go for a healthier pancake mix? We know Pancake Day is certainly not about being healthy, but this mix from Myprotein makes servings with "only 194 calories and 3.2g of fat" per pancake. So "they'll taste like a treat but won't undo all of your hard work at the gym."
20 of 20Vegan Protein Pancake Mix
Vegans, rest easy, for we also have a pancake mix option for you. This mix is made with all plant-based ingredients, with one review stating "I've tried other pancake mixes and never got much rise to them, any rise I get in the pan falls flat as soon as I take it out but these are light and fluffy! Like a proper homemade pancake!"
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Lily Anderson is a Deputy Commercial Content Editor or Bauer Media, working across brands such as What’s The Best, Yours, Mother&Baby, Heat and Closer.
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