Pancakes with sour cream
2 servings
30 minutes
Sour cream pancakes are a delicate and airy treat of Russian cuisine that warms the soul from the first bite. Their history goes back centuries when sour cream, always present in Russian gastronomy, became the basis for soft and juicy dough. These pancakes have a pleasant creamy texture with a light sweetness from sugar, while sour cream and cream give them a rich flavor. The golden crust creates an appetizing contrast with the soft center. They are served with honey, fresh berries, or a delicate mascarpone and cream mixture, making them an ideal breakfast or dessert. They are easy to prepare, and the aroma filling the kitchen during frying brings comfort and a sense of home warmth. They embody simplicity and taste tested by time.

1
Beat the egg with sugar.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
2
Add the whole jar of sour cream.
- Sour cream 15%: 400 g
3
Whisk and add flour by the spoonful.
- Wheat flour: 4 tablespoons
4
Pour in the cream.
- Cream 10%: 2 tablespoons
5
Add baking powder.
- Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
6
Whisk everything to avoid lumps.
7
Pour a tablespoon of vegetable oil into a heated skillet and add the batter with a tablespoon. 1 spoon of batter = 1 pancake.
8
Fry for one minute on each side until golden brown.
9
Serve with honey, berries, or a mascarpone and cream mixture.









