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Pannekoek (Pancakes)

By: Christo Lochenberg

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Pannekoek (Pancakes)

Description

Thin, crêpe-like pancakes, distinct from thicker American-style pancakes. A beloved treat, especially on cold or rainy days, usually served warm with cinnamon sugar or a savoury filling.

Ingredients

  • 250ml (1 cup) Cake flour
  • 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) Salt
  • 15ml (1 tbsp) Sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 250ml (1 cup) Milk
  • 125ml (1/2 cup) Water
  • 30ml (2 tbsp) Melted butter or oil (plus extra for frying)
  • For Serving:
    • Cinnamon sugar (mixed ground cinnamon and castor sugar)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and water together.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until you have a smooth batter. Stir in the melted butter/oil. If time permits, let the batter rest for 15-30 minutes.
  4. Heat a non-stick frying pan (about 20-24cm diameter) over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a little butter or oil for the first pancake.
  5. Pour about 60-80ml (1/4 to 1/3 cup) of batter into the hot pan, tilting and swirling quickly to coat the bottom evenly with a thin layer.
  6. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges are golden and the surface begins to bubble. Flip with a spatula and cook for another 30-60 seconds on the other side until golden.
  7. Remove from the pan and immediately sprinkle with cinnamon sugar while still warm. Roll up or fold into quarters.
  8. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan lightly as needed. Serve warm.
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