German Pancakes from the Mennonite Treasury of Recipes
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Mennonite kitchen traditions with these delightful German Pancakes from the *Mennonite Treasury of Recipes*. Light, thin, and irresistibly golden, these pancakes are a perfect blend of simplicity and flavor. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and eggs, their slightly runny batter cooks up into delicate crepes with lacy, crisp edges. Each pancake is cooked to perfection in butter, delivering rich, buttery undertones that pair beautifully with a finishing sprinkle of powdered sugar and a bright drizzle of fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 30 minutes, these versatile pancakes are ideal for a cozy breakfast or a quick dessert, offering the perfect combination of fluffiness and elegance. Whether served sweet or enjoyed plain, this Mennonite classic is a must-try for pancake lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for cooking)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth. Ensure there are no lumps and the batter is slightly runny.
Heat a large, non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add a small portion of the butter (about 1/2 tablespoon) and let it melt, spreading it evenly across the skillet.
Pour about 1/4 cup of the batter into the skillet, tilting it in a circular motion to evenly coat the surface with a thin layer of batter.
Cook the pancake for about 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift slightly and the bottom is golden brown. Flip the pancake carefully using a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side.
Transfer the cooked pancake to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, adding additional butter as needed to prevent sticking.
Serve the German pancakes warm, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with fresh lemon juice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 643 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 903 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 753 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
