Hungarian Pancakes (Palacsinta)

Hungarian Palacsinta is a beloved classic of Hungarian home cooking. These thin, delicate pancakes are lightly crisp around the edges, tender in the center, and incredibly versatile. Unlike thick American-style pancakes, palacsinta are closer to crêpes and are traditionally filled, rolled, or folded before serving.

They can be enjoyed as a sweet dessert with apricot jam, cinnamon sugar, or chocolate, or prepared as a savory meal with cheese, meat, or vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ cups (360 ml) milk
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling water or plain water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Butter or oil, for cooking

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