Hungarian Crepes (Palacsinta)

Here’s a classic recipe for Hungarian Crepes (Palacsinta)—thin, soft, and perfect for sweet or savory fillings:


Ingredients (Makes about 8–10 crepes)

For the batter:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional, for sweet crepes)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (plus extra for cooking)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for sweet crepes)

For filling (suggestions):

  • Sweet: Jam, Nutella, cottage cheese with sugar, fruit, or chocolate
  • Savory: Ham, cheese, mushrooms, or spinach

Instructions

  1. Make the Batter
    • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and melted butter.
    • Gradually add flour, salt, and sugar (if using) until smooth and lump-free.
    • Let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Cook the Crepes
    • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly brush with butter.
    • Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan and swirl to cover the bottom thinly.
    • Cook 1–2 minutes until the edges lift, then flip and cook another 1 minute.
    • Repeat with remaining batter, adding more butter as needed.
  3. Fill and Serve
    • Fill each crepe with your desired filling and roll or fold.
    • Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with sauce if desired.

Tips:

  • For extra tender crepes, you can substitute half the milk with sparkling water.
  • Sweet fillings like cottage cheese with vanilla or poppy seeds are traditional in Hungary.
  • Crepes can be made ahead and refrigerated for a few days, or frozen for longer storage.

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