Where to find the cheapest Pancake Day ingredients in 2025

Pancake Day is right around the corner! Whether you're a traditionalist who loves lemon and sugar or someone who enjoys experimenting with creative toppings, getting the best value on ingredients is a must. At Moneyboat, we conducted research that revealed Tesco as the cheapest supermarket to stock up on your Shrove Tuesday essentials this year!

Tesco tops the list for Pancake Day ingredients

We analysed the prices of basic pancake ingredients across six major UK supermarkets: Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and Waitrose. The classic sugar-and-lemon pancake recipe requires:

• 1.5kg Plain Flour

• 6 Medium Eggs

• 250g Unsalted Butter

• 2 Pints of Semi-Skimmed Milk

• 1kg Sugar

• Lemons

Tesco took the top spot, with the total cost of these ingredients coming in at just £7.41. Following closely behind were Morrisons and Aldi, both at £7.51. Meanwhile, Waitrose was the most expensive, with a total price of £8.50 – a difference of £1.09 compared to Tesco.

Supermarket price comparison for basic pancake ingredients

If you’re looking to get the best deal this Pancake Day, Tesco is your go-to option, but with a difference of just 10p between Tesco and Morrisons/Aldi, you have flexibility depending on which store is most convenient for you

Where to find the cheapest pancake toppings

Not everyone sticks to the classic sugar-and-lemon combo! If you prefer to get creative with your pancakes, we also identified the cheapest supermarkets for popular toppings.Aldi dominated the rankings for affordable toppings, making it the best choice if you're planning to add a variety of flavours to your pancakes without breaking the bank.

Pancake ingredient prices have risen by 8% in a year

If your Pancake Day shopping seems a little pricier this year, you’re not imagining things. Our research found that the average cost of pancake ingredients has risen by 8% in the last 12 months.

Among the supermarkets, Asda saw the biggest price increase, with costs rising by £1.02 compared to 2024. Surprisingly, Waitrose was the only supermarket to see a price decrease, dropping by £0.25.

Year-on-year price changes for pancake ingredients

These price hikes are largely due to inflation, supply chain disruptions, and rising costs of staple ingredients such as eggs, flour, and milk.

Final thoughts: Where should you shop for Pancake Day 2025?

If you’re looking to keep costs low while celebrating Shrove Tuesday, Tesco is your best bet for basic pancake ingredients, closely followed by Morrisons and Aldi. If toppings are more your thing, Aldi comes out on top for affordability, offering the best prices on everything from strawberries to chocolate spread.

With food prices on the rise, a little smart shopping can help you enjoy a delicious Pancake Day without overspending. So, grab your whisk and frying pan, and get ready to flip some budget-friendly pancakes!