🇭🇺 Hungarian Pancakes (Palacsinta)

Ingredients2 cups all-purpose flour2 eggs1 ½ cups milk½ cup sparkling water1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)A pinch of salt2 tablespoons vegetable oilButter or oil for fryingFor the filling:Apricot jam or your favorite fruit jamPowdered sugar for serving (optional)👩‍🍳 Instructions1. Prepare the batterIn a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add the flour, mixing until smooth. Stir in the sparkling water and vegetable oil.2. Let the batter restAllow the batter to rest for 15–20 minutes. It should be thin and easy to pour.3. Cook the pancakesHeat a lightly greased non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Pour in a small amount of batter and swirl the pan to create a thin, even layer.4. Flip and cookCook for about 1–2 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the bottom turns golden. Flip and cook the other side for another 30–60 seconds.5. Add the fillingSpread a thin layer of apricot jam over each pancake, then roll it up tightly.6. Serve and enjoyArrange the pancakes on a plate and drizzle with a little extra jam. Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.🍽️ Serving TipsServe warm with apricot, strawberry, or raspberry jam.For a traditional Hungarian variation, fill the pancakes with sweetened cottage cheese or ground walnuts.You can also drizzle them with melted chocolate for a delicious dessert.

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