Lace thin pancakes

12 servings

120 minutes

Lacy thin pancakes are a true embodiment of Russian culinary tradition, providing a sense of warmth and comfort. Their secret lies in the combination of hot milk and boiling water, which gives the batter a weightless texture and makes the finished pancakes soft, light, and surprisingly porous. The sweet taste with hints of vanilla makes them perfect for serving with honey, jam, or sour cream. They are great for family breakfasts as well as festive feasts. In Russia, pancakes symbolize hospitality and prosperity, and lacy pancakes are especially popular during Maslenitsa when they are offered to relatives and friends. Delicate, airy, and fragrant, these pancakes create an atmosphere of home warmth and joy.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 344
• Proteins: 11.4g
• Fats: 13.8g
• Carbohydrates: 43.5g

Ingredients

• Milk: 1 l
• Sugar: 6 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 8 pc
• Wheat flour: 0.48 kg
• Rock salt: 2 tsp
• Boiling water: 0.6 l
• Vanilla sugar: 2 tsp
• Vegetable oil: 4 tbsp
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Beat the eggs with sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt with a mixer until frothy. (It's better to use a tall pot right away, as there will be a lot of foam.)

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 8 pieces
   • Sugar: 6 tablespoons
   • Vanilla sugar: 2 teaspoons
   • Rock salt: 2 teaspoons
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Pour in all the warm milk while continuing to whisk. The milk should be hot enough but not boiling. A lot of foam will appear.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 l

3. Add flour while continuing to beat. The foam will start to settle.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 0.48 kg

4. Add boiling water without stopping the mixer. The boiling water should also be hot, but not too much. Add oil and whisk for another 5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Boiling water: 0.6 l
   • Vegetable oil: 4 tablespoons

5. Wait for 15 minutes. Start baking. Bake on a hot pan greased with oil or lard.