The Best Way to Clean Your Pans on Pancake Day

February 13th is Pancake Day! If you’re planning on indulging in some pancakes this year, nothing beats the proper homemade kind. However, making pancakes can be very messy and could leave your pans in a state. So, how do you properly clean your pans once you’ve finished your lovely pancakes?

Cleaning expert Sarah Dempsey at MyJobQuote.co.uk has created this guide with everything you need to know about cleaning pans on pancake day. Here, you will learn some prevention tips, the best cleaning methods, and some safety tips for the big day.

Preventing Too Much Mess on Pancake Day

Pancake day can be messy and can definitely take its toll on your favourite pans. So, what can you do to prevent too much mess?

Firstly, you want to try to use a non-stick pan where possible. This will make the cleaning process much easier as the pancake mix and toppings are less likely to get stuck to the pan. If you’re not using a non-stick pan, make sure you season the pan appropriately to ensure as little of the pancake mix sticks to the pan as possible.

Secondly, you want to avoid using too much oil or butter. If you do use too much, this can contribute to sticking and may also result in burnt-on residue.

Finally, you must keep the heat at a moderate temperature. Never cook pancakes on a high heat setting as this could cause the mix to burn and will make it much more likely to stick to the pans.

How Do You Clean Your Pans Properly on Pancake Day?

There are several methods that can clean your pans on pancake day. The method you use will mostly depend on the level of residue on the pan and the type of pan you’re using.

Warm Water and Dish Soap

Sometimes, warm water and dish soap are enough to clean your pancake pans. However, this will only really work if the residue levels are quite low and there are no burnt-on bits of pancake mix. Use a mixture of warm water and liquid dish soap and scrub the pans with a sponge. Avoid using scouring sponges, especially on non-stick pans, as this could cause damage to the pan.

Baking Soda and Water

Baking soda and water is a very good cleaning solution for stubborn pancake stains. All you need to do is make a paste out of the baking soda and water and then apply this to the stained areas. Allow the paste to sit for around 10 – 20 minutes before scrubbing and rinsing.

Vinegar and Water

Vinegar is a very powerful cleaning tool and can work wonders in cleaning stains from cooking pancakes. Use equal parts of water and white vinegar and apply this to the stubborn pancake stains. This will help to loosen burnt-on bits. Heat the pan slightly with the solution inside, then scrub the pan and rinse it clean.

Salt

Salt is also a great tool for cleaning. Sprinkle some salt on the pan while it is still slightly warm, and then scrub it with a paper towel. This can be particularly helpful when removing burnt-on sugar.

Pancake Day Safety Tips

Pancake Day is very fun and definitely enjoyable. However, you must make sure that certain safety measures are taken.

Firstly, you should never leave a hot pan unattended. Things could spit out of the pan and cause an unexpected fire, or you may find curious children or pets coming into contact with the pan. Keep your eye on the pan at all times while it is hot.

Secondly, make sure you leave the pan to cool properly before you clean it. If you don’t allow it to cool, you could be putting yourself at risk of burns.

Lastly, it’s best to use oven mitts when handling hot pans. This will help to prevent burns and will also protect your hands from anything that spits out of the pan.

Final Thoughts

Pancake Day is a fun and enjoyable time for the whole family. Although the clean-up after the pancakes can be daunting, there are some things you can do to make the cleaning process easier. Also, we have provided several cleaning methods that will help remove all levels of pancake grime. If one method doesn't work for you, simply try another until you can get your pans clean.

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