Thin pancakes with butter

4 servings

30 minutes

Thin pancakes with butter are a classic of Russian cuisine, whose tenderness captures hearts from the first bite. Their history dates back to ancient times when pancakes symbolized the sun and were prepared for Maslenitsa festivities. These airy, soft cakes have a thin golden crust and a rich buttery flavor. They are perfect for breakfast or a cozy family dinner. Serve them with jam, honey, or sour cream, and each bite will reveal the richness of Russian gastronomic tradition.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 276
• Proteins: 9.2g
• Fats: 14.6g
• Carbohydrates: 27g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 6 tbsp
• Milk: 2 glass
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Sugar: 1 tbsp
• Salt: 0.3 tsp
• Melted butter: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Whisk eggs, salt, and sugar together. Pour in milk, add flour, mix, then add melted butter and mix again. The batter should be semi-liquid, resembling sour cream. It's best to let it sit for about 15 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Sugar: 1 tablespoon
   • Milk: 2 glasss
   • Wheat flour: 6 tablespoons
   • Melted butter: 1 tablespoon

2. Instead of pouring oil into the pan, grease it every 2-3 pancakes with half a peeled potato on a fork. Dip it in oil and grease in circular motions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Melted butter: 1 tablespoon

3. Stack the ready pancakes, greasing each with butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Melted butter: 1 tablespoon