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No oven! No machine! How to make Custard Cream Pancake

No oven! No machine! How to make Custard Cream Pancake

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No Oven! No Machine! How to Make Custard Cream Pancakes by Hand

Craving something sweet, creamy, and comforting but don’t have an oven or a fancy mixer? Don’t worry—you can still whip up a decadent dessert with this Custard Cream Pancake recipe that’s made completely without an oven or a machine! These soft, fluffy pancakes are filled with rich homemade custard and cooked on the stovetop—perfect for a quick treat that feels like it came from a café.

Whether you’re a beginner or just working with limited kitchen tools, this easy recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimum fuss. Let’s dive into how you can make this delicious dessert using just your hands and a pan!

🥞 What Makes Custard Cream Pancakes So Special?

  • No oven or mixer needed – just a bowl, a whisk, and a frying pan.
  • Soft, fluffy pancake layers – similar to Japanese-style pancakes or hotcakes.
  • Creamy, rich custard filling – made from scratch with basic ingredients.
  • Perfect for any time of day – breakfast, snack, or a delightful dessert.

🍮 Ingredients

For the Pancake Batter:

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) milk
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Custard Cream Filling:

  • 2 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon butter

🥄 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Custard Cream

  1. In a saucepan (off heat), whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir constantly until the mixture thickens—about 5–8 minutes.
  4. Once thick, remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the custard into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap (pressing it onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming), and chill while you make the pancakes.

Step 2: Make the Pancake Batter

  1. In a bowl, mix all the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix—some lumps are okay!