Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 Tbsp sparkling water (optional)
For Cooking
- Unsalted butter (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or using a hand mixer, combine the all-purpose flour, milk, salt, and eggs. Beat the mixture until bubbles form, approximately 1-2 minutes. For best results, cover the batter and refrigerate it for 30 minutes to allow it to rest and improve texture.
- Add sparkling water: Remove the batter from the fridge and gently stir in 2 tablespoons of sparkling water. This optional step helps lighten the batter making the pancakes fluffier.
- Heat the pan: Place a large pan or two over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of unsalted butter to the hot pan and let it melt to coat the surface evenly.
- Cook the pancakes: Pour about ½ cup of batter into the hot pan, tilting the pan to spread the batter thinly and evenly. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges start to crisp up, which takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip and finish: Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and cook the other side until it is golden brown. Once cooked, transfer the pancake to a plate. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
Notes
- Resting the batter in the refrigerator improves the pancake’s texture and makes them easier to cook.
- Sparking water is optional but helps create lighter, airier pancakes.
- Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the pancakes.
- Maintain medium-high heat to ensure pancakes cook through without burning.
- Traditional toppings include powdered sugar, fresh fruit, maple syrup, or jam.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
