Apple pancakes with sparkling water
4 servings
40 minutes
Apple pancakes made with sparkling water are a tender and airy treat that embodies the coziness of traditional Russian cuisine. The sparkling water gives the batter lightness, creating a thin crispy crust. Sweet apples coated in a fragrant mix of cinnamon and vanilla sugar provide a warm, rich flavor with a slight tang. The recipe's origins trace back to ancient Russian village traditions when housewives used simple ingredients to create hearty and delicious dishes. Perfect for breakfast or the comfort of a rainy day, these pancakes are served hot, with powdered sugar or honey, making them a wonderful addition to tea or coffee. The secret to their tenderness lies in the brief resting of the batter, which reveals its structure and makes the finished products surprisingly airy.

1
Sift flour and cinnamon into a bowl, add sugar and salt. Whisk eggs with water. Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the egg mixture. Whisk until a smooth mass is obtained. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Pancake flour: 100 g
- Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 25 g
- Salt: pinch
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Carbonated water: 100 ml
2
Peel the apples and slice them into thick rounds. Heat oil in a pan. Dip the apple pieces in batter, place them in hot oil, and flip once. Remove the finished pancakes from the pan, dry with a paper towel, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve immediately.
- Apple: 3 pieces









