Whether you’re looking for pancake day inspiration or tucking into pancake at any other time of year, this list of the best pancake toppings and fillings is sure to help you find a combination you love.

90 of the Best Pancake Toppings & Fillings

1. Lemon & Sugar

2. Banana & Nutella

3. Bacon & Maple Syrup

4. Strawberries & Cream

5. Fresh Blueberries

6. Chocolate Ice Cream

7. Toffee Sauce 8. Salted Butter

9. Whipped Cream

10. Chocolate Chips

Dessert-Inspired Pancake Toppings

While pancakes are often already considered a dessert, take it to the next level with these dessert-inspired toppings and fillings.

11. Eton Mess

Whipped cream, strawberries & crushed meringues mixed together. Add some strawberry sauce for extra sweetness or shortbread for extra crunch. If you think it might be a touch sweet the strawberries could be switched for raspberries.

12. Banoffee

A classic combo of sliced Banana, Toffee sauce & whipped cream.

13. Black Forrest

Tinned Cherries & Dark chocolate Sauce – can be  enjoyed hot or cold.

14. Lemon Meringue

Fill your pancake with Lemon Curd, crushed shortbread & crumbled meringues.

15. Peach Melba

Layer up your pancake with tinned peaches, vanilla ice cream and finish with lashings of raspberry sauce.

Sweet Pancake Toppings

The sweet and sticky topping need no further explanation. Enjoy them as they are or team with fruit and ice cream.

16. Strawberry Jam

17. Lemon Curd

18. Nutella

19. Golden Syrup

20. Biscoff Spread

21. Maple Syrup

22. Fruit Compote

23. Honey

24. Peanut Butter

25. Marmalade

Crunchy Pancake Toppings

26. Granola

This could be homemade or shop-bought granola. Add some natural yoghurt for a tasty breakfast treat.

27. Chopped Nuts

From Hazelnuts to Pecans, nuts make a fab pancake topping. Gently toast first for extra flavour.

28. Crushed Oreos

Crumble over pancake along with ice cream or cream – this is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

29. Honeycomb Pieces

Perfect with Vanilla Ice cream, smash the honeycomb and get sprinkling.

30. Toffee Popcorn

Salty and sweet, need I say more?

Savoury Pancake Toppings

31. Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese

This classic combination is often served on mini pancakes such as Blinis and just as delicious on normal-sized pancakes too.

32. Sausage Gravy

Try this classic American sauce on Pancakes instead of biscuits – you’re sure to be a sausage gravy convert!

33. Fried Egg & Avocado

A breakfast combo that works just as well on pancakes as it does on toast!

34. Pico de Gallo

Healthy and savoury this Mexican dish is full of flavour.

35. Ham & Cheese

Another classic combination which works perfectly for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

36. Eggs Benedict

Replace the English Muffin with fluffy American style pancakes for the perfect brunch.

37. English Breakfast

Bacon is a favourite with pancakes, but why stop there? Add sausages, eggs,  beans and tomatoes.

38. Sausage & Beans

If you don’t fancy going the whole breakfast hog then this is a simpler choice.

39. Grilled Chicken

Use a thin pancake like a wrap and fill with grilled chicken and any veggies you fancy.

40. Fiorentina

Just like the classic pizza, top your pancake with eggs and spinach.

Sugar-Free Pancake Toppings

41. Goats Cheese & Fresh Herbs

Goats cheese goes really well pancakes, mix in some freshly chopped herbs for extra flavour.

42. Cottage cheese with red pepper & chilli

Tasty and cheesy with a nice little kick.

43. Sugar-Free chocolate syrup

You could try making your own or buy from the store.

44. Unsweetened Natural Yoghurt

Add other toppings of your choice.

45. Sugar-free chocolate spread

Nutella and other brands can be high in sugar but there low sugar and no sugar options available online.

Fruity Pancake Toppings

46. Fresh Strawberries

47. Raspberry Compote

48. Fruit Salad

49. Kiwi Fruit

50. Fresh Pineapple Chunks

51. Pomegranate Seeds

52. Mixed Frozen Berries

53. Mango Chunks

54. Banana Slices

55. Peaches

Ice cream pancake topping combos

Ice cream and pancakes go well together but there’s plenty you can add to make things even more indulgent.

56. Vanilla Ice cream & Chocolate sauce

57. Strawberry ice cream & Fresh Strawberries

58. Mint Choc Chip Ice cream & dark chocolate sauce

59. Vanilla ice cream & Sprinkles

60. Coffee ice cream & chocolate-covered coffee beans

61. Cookie dough ice cream & crushed cookies chunks

62. Neopoliton Ice Cream & grated chocolate

63. Salted caramel ice cream & caramel sauce

64. Pistachio ice cream & toasted pistachios

65. Chocolate ice cream with chocolate sauce & chocolate chips

Sweet Treat Pancake Toppings

66. Whipped cream & Smarties

67. White chocolate buttons

68. Crumbled Flake

69. Whipped cream & Crushed Maltesers

70. Ice cream & crumbled Oreos

Warm Fruit Pancake Toppings

71. Hot Apple & Cinnamon

Add classic apple flavours to your pancakes with a simple filling of warm apples, sugar and cinnamon.

72. Warm Stewed Plums

Or try something different with this recipe for stewed Plums. 

73. Griddled Peaches

Peaches are one of my favourite fruits and I love them griddled for extra flavour.  This recipe pairs them with Ameretto cream which I think sounds like a brilliant idea!

74. Caramelised Bananas

Caramelized Banana are another classic dish that works well with Pancakes.

75. Grilled Pineapple With Coconut

Dreaming of tropical climates? This topping is sure to warm you right with its sunny holiday vibes.

Warm Pancake Toppings & Fillings

76. Warm Nutella Dipping Sauce 

Try my recipe for this delicious sauce made from just two ingredients.

77. Warm Fruit Compote with cinnamon

Fruit Compote is easy to make and delicious served warm over any type of pancake.

78. Stewed Rhubarb with ginger

Rhubarb and ginger are another class combination. Top with a sprinkling of toasted oats for classic crumble vibes.

79. Crepe Suzette

This classic French dish is perfect for those who want to up the ante with their pancake-making this year. Find Nigellas Recipe here. 

80. Nutella & Marshmallows

Fill your pancake while still in the pan, fold and allow to melt slightly. Alternatively, pop it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Best of the rest – Pancake Toppings & Fillings

81. Greek Yoghurt & Honey

Simple yet tasty this combination is perfect for breakfast time.

82. Blueberry Compote

Blueberries and pancakes are a classic combination – try this recipe for Blueberry Compote.

83. Whipped Marscapone & Candied Pecans

This is one of my favourite toppings which I often use as part of ice cream sundae.

84. Dolce De Leche

A delicious caramel flavoured sauce which you can make yourself or buy from the store.

85. Balsamic Glazed Strawberries & Fresh Basil

Sweet meets savoury with this tasty topping. Add a dollop of natural yoghurt to finish the dish with style.

86. Raspberry Sorbet

Pair with fresh raspberries for a slightly healthier option than ice cream.

87. Lemon Sorbet & Icing sugar

A twist on the classic lemon and sugar topping.

88. Rum Soaked Raisins

Strictly for adults pair with vanilla ice cream for a grown-up treat.

89. Chantilly Cream

A simple whipped cream with sugar and vanilla is sure to lift any pancake dish.

90. Lemon Cheesecake

A new take on the classic cheesecake flavours by topping your pancake with whipped mascarpone, lemon curd and crushed digestive. Finish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of mint for an extra fancy touch.