A Recipe That Honors Bees and Flavor
Chef Jean-Bernard has reimagined a delightful Honey and Clotted Cream Pancake recipe with layers of warm, exotic flavor. The original dish comes from a small village on the Aegean coast, where honey has always been at the heart of sweet traditions.
Light, airy, and irresistibly fluffy, these pancakes are made with whipped egg whites, topped with clotted cream or crème fraîche, jam, and a drizzle of golden honey. Each version tells a slightly different story, because every honey brings its own unique taste.
For a luxurious touch, Chef Jean-Bernard swapped lavender honeycomb for a rare Hawaiian white honey—but we encourage you to use whatever local honey you love most. Supporting local beekeepers not only gives you the freshest flavors, it also helps sustain bee populations in your area.
Ingredients (2 Servings)
(Double for 4 servings)
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2 eggs, separated (yolks and whites)
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1⅔ cups all-purpose flour (or coconut/flaxseed flour)
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1 tsp baking powder
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A pinch of salt (your choice)
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2 tsp sugar
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1¼ cups whole milk
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2 oz (½ stick) grass-fed butter, melted & cooled (plus extra for the pan)
Sprinkle on the sides of the plate:
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Nutmeg
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Cloves
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Pumpkin spice
Finishing Touches:
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Jam of your choice (apricot recommended)
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Honey of your choice (rare Hawaiian white honey in this version)
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Clotted cream or crème fraîche
Instructions
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Whisk egg whites into soft peaks.
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In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
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Create a well in the center, add egg yolks, and gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
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Stir in melted butter.
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Gently fold in the egg whites.
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Heat a non-stick pan with a dab of butter.
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Ladle or scoop batter into the pan, cooking 1 minute per side until golden and bubbly.
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Serve warm with clotted cream, jam, a drizzle of honey, and a dusting of spices.
Bon appétit! And a heartfelt thank you to the honeybees for the honey, spices, and apricots that make this recipe shine.
About Bee Mission 🐝
At Bee Mission, we believe every sweet moment is made possible by bees. From the honey that graces your pancakes to the crops that fill your table, bees are vital to our world. Yet, they are in decline.
That’s why every purchase from Bee Mission helps build, sponsor, and sustain new hives—supporting pollinators and the ecosystems they keep alive.
