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Swedish Pancakes Recipe

4.7 from 135 reviews

This Swedish Pancakes recipe is a delightful take on traditional thin pancakes, known for their delicate texture and mild flavor. They’re lightly sweetened and perfectly balanced with eggs and flour, making them ideal for breakfast or brunch. Traditionally served with lingonberry jam, these pancakes can be enjoyed with any topping of your choice.

Ingredients

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Pancake Batter

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for cooking)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, sift together the all purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to whisk the eggs for about 4 to 5 minutes until they turn lemon yellow and slightly thicken. Then whisk in the milk and melted butter to combine thoroughly.
  3. Combine Batter: Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg and milk mixture, about ¼ cup at a time. Whisk continuously until the batter is smooth and well incorporated, ensuring no lumps remain.
  4. Heat Skillet and Melt Butter: Place a skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter to prevent sticking and add flavor to the pancakes.
  5. Cook Pancakes: Pour about 2 tablespoons of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake, adjusting the amount depending on your preferred size. Cook each pancake for approximately 2 minutes on one side until lightly browned, then flip and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the cooked pancakes from the skillet and serve warm with traditional lingonberry jam or any toppings you prefer.

Notes

  • For thinner, more crepe-like pancakes, you can add a bit more milk to the batter.
  • Using melted butter in the batter and for cooking helps achieve a rich, golden crust.
  • Lingonberry jam is traditional but feel free to try fresh berries, maple syrup, or powdered sugar as alternatives.
  • Whisking eggs until thick and lemon yellow enhances the pancakes’ lightness and flavor.
  • Cook pancakes on medium heat to avoid burning while ensuring they cook through evenly.

Keywords: Swedish pancakes, thin pancakes, traditional pancakes, breakfast recipe, Scandinavian pancakes, lingonberry jam