Hungarian Pancakes Palacsinta

Indulge in the delicate, paper-thin delights of Hungarian Pancakes, or Palacsinta, a delectable Eastern European treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time in between. These crepe-like pancakes are made with a silky, vanilla-infused batter that cooks to golden perfection in minutes. Their light and tender texture makes them the ideal canvas for a variety of irresistible fillings, from tangy apricot jam and rich Nutella to creamy, sweetened cottage cheese. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a quick preparation process, this classic Hungarian recipe is both elegant and approachable. Roll them up, dust them with powdered sugar, and serve them warm or at room temperature for a culinary journey to Hungary right from your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 300 milliliters Milk
• 100 milliliters Water
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons Butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing the pan)
• 0 as needed Optional fillings (e.g., apricot jam, Nutella, or cottage cheese)
• 0 optional Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, water, and eggs until smooth and lump-free.

Step 2

Add the salt, sugar, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the batter. Mix well until fully combined. The batter should be thin, similar to crepe batter. If it's too thick, add a little more milk.

Step 3

Let the batter rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. This allows the flour to fully hydrate.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a small amount of butter.

Step 5

Pour about 1/4 cup (or one ladleful) of the batter into the pan, quickly swirling it around to coat the bottom of the pan evenly in a thin layer.

Step 6

Cook the pancake for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip it using a spatula and cook the other side for another 30-60 seconds.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked pancake to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan with butter as needed between pancakes.

Step 8

Once all the pancakes are cooked, fill them with your desired filling. Spread a thin layer of apricot jam, Nutella, or sweetened cottage cheese on each pancake.

Step 9

Roll the pancakes up tightly or fold them into quarters, and arrange them on a serving plate.

Step 10

Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	883 grams (883.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1716

Total Fat 69.10g	89%
Saturated Fat 38.10g	191%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 710mg	237%
Sodium 2710mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 217.30g	79%
Dietary Fiber 5.60g	20%
Total Sugars 61.80g
Protein 50.30g	101%

Vitamin D 268IU	1342%
Calcium 519mg	40%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 956mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.7%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 51.4%