Pancakes with ham and cheese
4 servings
40 minutes
Ham and cheese pancakes are a classic combination of Russian home comfort and rich flavor. Originating from ancient Russian cuisine where pancakes symbolized the sun, this recipe is enriched with tender ham and gooey cheese, creating a harmony of tastes. Thin, golden pancakes wrap a creamy filling of whipped cheese and sour cream seasoned with aromatic black pepper. Each serving warms and provides rich sensations of home warmth. These pancakes can be served as a hearty breakfast, cozy dinner, or elegant appetizer at a celebration. Before serving, they are warmed up and topped with fresh ham and cheese shavings for an especially appetizing texture. The taste is rich and creamy with light meaty notes that pair perfectly with tea or coffee breaks. A simple yet exquisite recipe that brings joy in every bite.
1
Prepare the pancake batter. Combine warm milk and 2 eggs beaten with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 0.5 teaspoon of salt in a pot. Mix with a whisk.
- Milk: 2 glasss
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
2
Sift 1 cup of flour (200–250 g). Whisk until smooth.
- Wheat flour: 1 glass
3
Pour 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil into the dough.
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
4
Fry pancakes on both sides in a hot pan lightly greased with oil.
5
Grate the ham on a coarse grater.
- Ham: 100 g
6
Cut the cheese randomly. Leave some for decoration.
- Gouda cheese: 150 g
7
Blend the chopped cheese with 1 heaping tablespoon of sour cream.
- Gouda cheese: 150 g
- Sour cream: 1 tablespoon
8
Season the cheese mass with pepper to taste.
- Ground black pepper: to taste
9
Add ham to the cheese mixture and mix well.
- Ham: 100 g
10
Place the filling on the edge of the pancake.
11
Wrap the pancake into a roll.
12
Before serving, heat the pancakes in the microwave for 1 minute, sprinkle with grated cheese and finely chopped ham.
- Gouda cheese: 150 g
- Ham: 100 g