Hungarian Palacsinta (Hungarian Crêpes with Jam)

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups (480 ml) milk
• 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Butter or oil, for cooking
• Apricot or strawberry jam, for filling
• Powdered sugar, for serving

Instructions

1. Make the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sparkling water, sugar, vanilla, and salt.
2. Gradually add the flour, whisking until the batter is smooth and fairly thin. Stir in the vegetable oil.
3. Let the batter rest for 15–20 minutes.
4. Cook the crêpes: Heat a lightly oiled non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Pour in a small ladleful of batter and quickly swirl the pan to create a thin, even layer.
5. Cook for about 1–2 minutes, until the edges begin to lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip and cook the other side for about 30–60 seconds.
6. Repeat with the remaining batter, lightly greasing the pan when necessary.
7. Fill: Spread each crêpe with apricot, strawberry, or another favorite fruit jam. Roll tightly into a cylinder.
8. Arrange the rolled crêpes on a serving plate and dust generously with powdered sugar.

Serving

Serve the Hungarian palacsinta warm or at room temperature with extra jam and powdered sugar. It makes a simple, traditional Hungarian dessert that is perfect for breakfast, afternoon coffee, or a sweet family treat.