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    Home » Creams & Sweet Sauces

    Published: Aug 1, 2019 · Modified: Jun 25, 2021 by Sylvie · This post may contain affiliate links.

    30 Delicious Sweet Pancake Toppings Ideas

    A bit over Maple Syrup on your Pancakes, and simply looking for new original and delicious ideas? Here are my favourite 30 Delicious Sweet Toppings Ideas for Pancakes, to make your breakfast or brunch even better!

    Photo Collage of four pancake toppings.

    Pancake Topping Ideas

    What toppings can you put on pancakes? Well, Isn't the best thing about pancakes the fact that they can be filled or topped with an almost infinite possibility of items?

    There are so many different pancake toppings that can be served on pancakes... and that's the beauty of pancakes!

    Oh, and did I mention the million different ways you can make pancakes too? My personal favourite are Naturally Gluten Free Banana Pancakes, Buckwheat Crepes or classic French Crepes, super fluffy Blueberry Pancakes and 3 Ingredients Banana Pancakes!

    Whether you like fruits, spreads, nut based toppings or go for something healthier, one of these pancakes toppings will be for you!

    In this article, I have rounded up my 30 Favourite Toppings for Pancakes separated in four categories:

    • Fruit Toppings
      For any berry, winter fruit or tropical fruit lover!
    • Sauces & Spreads for pancakes
      Because there is nothing better than pancakes with jam, sauce or a syrup!
    • Healthy Toppings ideas
      For when pancakes are life, but we want to feel good after breakfast.
    • Nutty Toppings
      Nut butter, syrup or caramelised nuts, anyone!?

    Which one is your favourite? Let me know which one of those 30 recipes is your favourite pancake toppings ideas!

    Raspberry Coulis on Crepes

    1. Fruit Toppings for Pancakes

    Berry Compote Recipe

    Enjoy this QUICK and EASY berry compote recipe on its own or as a topping for breakfast or dessert! Mixed berry compote uses just three simple ingredients.
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    45' Angle View on the Mixed Berry Compote in a glass jar

    Blueberry Sauce

    It's easy to make fresh and homemade blueberry sauce! A few minutes of cooking and you'll be spooning this fruit compote over pound cake, cheesecake, pancakes, ice cream, and more.
    Read the Recipe
    Blueberry Compote in a glass bowl over a pink plate.

    Apple Cinnamon Topping

    This Apple Cinnamon Topping is inspired by IHOP's Cinnamon Apple Pancake topping. If you're looking for a way to use up your overripe apples or simply have too many apples, this Apple Cinnamon Topping is perfect on pancakes, waffles, yogurt, frozen yogurt or ice cream!
    Read the Recipe
    Orange Curd in a glass jar with drips.

    Homemade Stovetop Applesauce

    This homemade stovetop applesauce recipe is extremely easy to make and item to have in your fridge. It is a deliciously healthy recipe that can be used in many ways!
    Read the Recipe
    Homemade Applesauce in a small white cup

    Easy Mango Compote Recipe

    This mango compote is easy, quick and tasty. Make it in 15 minutes with 4 ingredients, using fresh or frozen mangoes. Great on pancakes, ice cream and more!
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    Close up on a glass jar with the coulis and a silver spoon

    Easy Cranberry Compote with Rosemary

    This Easy Cranberry Compote (Sauce) with Rosemary is not only for Christmas & it’s super versatile! Pair it with cold meats & roasts or sweet treats instead!
    Read the Recipe

    Buttery Maple Peach Topping

    A buttery topping filled with maple syrup and peaches for ice cream, breakfast dishes and more.
    Read the Recipe
    Lemon Curd in a glass jar over a small wooden plate.

    Roasted Strawberries

    Super quick, easy and versatile oven roasted strawberry recipe! These sweet n’ juicy strawberries can be eaten as-is or used to top your favorite summer treat, taking it to the next level!
    Read the Recipe
    Stewed Rhubarb in a glass bowl over a wooden plate

    Rhubarb Vanilla Chia Compote

    This Rhubarb Vanilla Chia Compote is sweetened with agave nectar. It’s delicious stirred into yogurt, oatmeal, on toast, or over vanilla ice cream!
    Read the Recipe
    A slice of cake drizzled with the blueberry sauce.
    Pouring the sauce from a silver spoon over a glass cup

    2. Pancake Sauces & Spreads

    Chia Raspberry Jam

    This super easy Raspberry Chia Jam is low sugar and will be ready in less than one hour - perfect to spread over toast, waffles, pancakes or your favourite breakfast item!
    Read the Recipe
    Jam in a glass jar on a black surface.

    Grandma’s No Bananas Foster Sauce

    A quick rum, caramel sauce for a delicious no bananas foster, grandma's favourite!
    Read the Recipe

    Easy Strawberry Sauce

    Easy Strawberry Sauce is a delicious addition to any dessert. With just three ingredients, this quick and easy sauce is bursting with bright, fresh flavour.
    Read the Recipe

    Chocolate Fudge Sauce

    This chocolate fudge sauce recipe is simple to make and can be used for many desserts. Choose between chocolate and cocoa powder, and add your own twist!
    Read the Recipe

    Pineapple Freezer Jam

    Pineapple Freezer Jam is a fun and tropical twist on your every day jam. Sweet, with a bright and fresh pineapple flavor, this jam is made on the stove top in minutes.
    Read the Recipe

    Easy Dark Cherry Sauce

    This Easy Dark Cherry Sauce can be used in a lot of different recipes including cherry pie (of course), as a topping over ice cream or an icebox pie, and even savory items like pancakes or crepes.
    Read the Recipe

    EASY Buttermilk Syrup (10 minutes!)

    Amazing homemade syrup with a rich, caramel flavor. Only 5 ingredients and 10 minutes to make. Perfect for pancakes, waffles, french toast and more!
    Read the Recipe

    Vanilla Fig Preserve

    This fig preserve is infused with real vanilla bean for a sweet jam spread. Try slathering on bread or serving alongside a cheese tray.
    Read the Recipe

    3 Ingredients Raspberry Coulis

    This 3 ingredients Raspberry Coulis Recipe is extremely easy to make and perfect to keep in the fridge to drizzle over your favourite desserts, cake and cheesecake. It is also a great healthy breakfast topping idea for pancakes, waffles, yogurt or french toast.
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    Finished Raspberry Coulis
    Pouring Syrup over the Japanese Pancakes

    3. Healthy Pancake Toppings Ideas

    Almond Butter Fruit Dip

    This Simple Almond Butter Fruit Dip whips up in a flash and tastes great plus it doubles as a delicious drizzle for pancakes, desserts, and more.
    Read the Recipe

    Coconut Date Syrup

    This coconut date syrup is whole food plant based. It is made with medjool dates, lite coconut milk, lemon juice, vanilla, and a little sea salt.
    Read the Recipe

    Sugar-Free Vegan Marshmallow Fluff

    The easiest way to make sugar-free, allergy-free, vegan marshmallow fluff with an unexpected ingredient! This multi-purpose topping will become a staple!
    Read the Recipe

    Sugar-free Caramel Sauce Recipe

    This gooey low carb sugar-free caramel sauce recipe requires only 4 ingredients and 10 minutes, and it’s just like the real thing.. Learning how to make keto caramel sauce is super EASY!
    Read the Recipe

    Vegan Avocado Chocolate Mousse

    This easy Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Avocado is a super decadent yet healthy dairy free and eggless dessert . And it only takes 10 minutes to make! 
    Read the Recipe
    Dairy-Free and Eggless Chocolate Mousse with Avocado

    Low Carb Lemon Curd

    A delightful low carb twist on a British favorite. Lemon curd is easy to make and a perfect addition to your next keto, THM, or low carb breakfast!
    Read the Recipe
    Close up on the side of the pancakes topped with the caramelised banana topping.

    4. Nutty Pancake Toppings

    Wet Walnuts - Bunny’s Warm Oven

    Wet Walnuts is a very easy recipe to make. A delicious homemade walnut topping you can use on ice cream, pancakes, french toast or bread pudding.
    Read the Recipe

    Coconut Peanut Crumble

    This crumble which started off as a granola bar still makes a great snack or topping for yogurt, oatmeal or ice cream and full of protein and fiber.
    Read the Recipe

    Caramelized Walnut Syrup

    Banana Bread Pancakes Recipe with Caramelized Walnut Syrup is guaranteed to knock your socks off. The perfect Thanksgiving protein packed pancakes recipe.
    Read the Recipe

    Pistachio Almond Butter Recipe

    This pistachio almond butter recipe contains just three healthy ingredients, and will soon become your go-to topping for oatmeal, smoothies and desserts!
    Read the Recipe

    Hazelnut Praline Paste

    Hazelnut Praline Paste is a delicious gluten-free and dairy-free breakfast spread and a base for many different pastries. It is an easy recipe with a 100 % guaranteed result!
    Read the Recipe

    Maple Pecan Topping

    The maple pecan topping a great alternative to pancake syrup or maple syrup. The pecan flavor combined with the sweet, buttery maple syrup is pure decadence.
    Read the Recipe

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