Pfannkuchen (German Pancakes)
A cross between thin French crepes and fluffy American pancakes, Pfannkuchen, or Traditional German Pancakes, are soft and fluffy with crisp edges and amazing flavor. Sweet or savory, breakfast or lunch, or breakfast for dinner, these are going to be on repeat in your kitchen!
Servings: 12 pancakes
Calories: 118kcal
Ingredients
Pfannkuchen batter
- 2 cups milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sparkling water
- Unsalted butter for the pan
Optional finishing ingredients
- Powdered sugar
- Nutella
- Fresh fruit
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together your milk, eggs, sugar, and kosher salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
- Continue whisking while adding in your all purpose flour and whisk continuously until smooth. Allow the batter to rest for at least 20 minutes, up to overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 150°F or as low as your oven will go. Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat, and add 1 teaspoon of butter.
- While you wait for the pan to heat, add 2 tablespoons of sparkling water or club soda into the batter and whisk.
- When the butter is foamy, add ½ cup of pancake batter to the pan and swirl to cover the bottom of the pan completely.
- Cook the pancake for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bottom is completely cooked bubbles have formed on the top and it looks set. Use a large pancake spatula to flip the pancake over.
- Cook for another one to two minutes and then transfer to a pancake warmer, tortilla warmer, or a plate with a bowl turned upside down over the top. Place into your oven to keep warm. Repeat with the rest of the batter.
Notes
Storage: Place the pancakes in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or foil. They will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Freezer storage: If you want to store them longer, stack the pancakes with parchment paper between each one, then place them in a freezer-safe container or a zip-top bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Reheating
Stovetop: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a little butter or oil, and warm the Pfannkuchen for about 1-2 minutes on each side until heated through. Microwave: Place the pancakes on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a damp paper towel to prevent drying out, and microwave for 20-30 seconds per pancake.
Stovetop: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a little butter or oil, and warm the Pfannkuchen for about 1-2 minutes on each side until heated through. Microwave: Place the pancakes on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a damp paper towel to prevent drying out, and microwave for 20-30 seconds per pancake.
Nutrition
Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg
