Grandma's Swedish Delight Pancakes
These delightful Swedish pancakes are a cherished recipe passed down from my grandmother, evoking memories of time spent in her warm kitchen. Each light and airy pancake is a perfect canvas for your favorite toppings, but the traditional lingonberry sauce truly takes them to the next level. Whether enjoyed at breakfast, brunch, or even as a cozy dinner treat, these pancakes are versatile and sure to satisfy. With their delicate texture and sweet-tart flavor of lingonberries, they're not just pancakes; they're an experience that transports you back to those special summer days, bringing joy to your table and heart.
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Eggs
3 (beaten until very light)
Milk
1 cup (divided)
Flour
1.5 cups (sifted)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (sifted with flour)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (sifted with flour)
Cream or Milk
1/2 cup (added to batter)
Butter
2 tablespoons (melted)
Confectioners' Sugar
to taste (for sprinkling)
Lingonberry Sauce
2 cups (for serving)
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until they are very light and frothy.
2
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, and salt to ensure an even mixture.
3
Gradually add half of the milk to the egg mixture, folding it gently to combine.
4
Carefully fold in the sifted flour mixture until just incorporated, being mindful not to over-mix.
5
Add the remaining milk, cream (or milk), and melted butter to the batter, mixing until smooth. If the batter seems too thick, add more milk until you reach a pourable consistency.
6
Preheat a hot griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Ladle the batter onto the griddle, forming pancakes that are approximately 5-6 inches in diameter.
7
Cook each pancake for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they are lightly golden brown.
8
Once cooked, place 2 tablespoons of lingonberry sauce in the center of each pancake and roll it up like a jelly roll.
9
Serve warm, generously sprinkled with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Grandma's Swedish Delight Pancakes?
They are light and airy Swedish pancakes, a cherished family recipe passed down from the creator's grandmother.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to make 6 servings.
What is the traditional topping for these pancakes?
The traditional topping used is lingonberry sauce, which provides a sweet-tart flavor.
What is the main category for this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Breakfast but is also suitable for brunch or dinner.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total required for this recipe.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The eggs should be beaten in a mixing bowl until they are very light and frothy.
Which ingredients should be sifted together?
You should sift together the flour, sugar, and salt to ensure an even mixture.
How is the milk added to the batter?
Half of the milk is added to the egg mixture first, and the remaining half is added later with the cream and butter.
What is the correct way to incorporate the flour?
Carefully fold in the sifted flour mixture until just incorporated, being careful not to over-mix.
What should I do if the batter is too thick?
If the batter seems too thick, add more milk until you reach a pourable consistency.
What heat setting should be used for the griddle?
Preheat a hot griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
What is the ideal size for each pancake?
Ladle the batter to form pancakes that are approximately 5-6 inches in diameter.
How long should each pancake cook?
Cook each pancake for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they are lightly golden brown.
How is the lingonberry sauce applied?
Place 2 tablespoons of lingonberry sauce in the center of each cooked pancake.
How are the pancakes shaped for serving?
The pancakes are rolled up like a jelly roll after the sauce is added.
What is the final garnish for the pancakes?
The pancakes should be served warm and generously sprinkled with confectioners' sugar.
How many eggs are required for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 eggs.
How much flour is used?
The recipe requires 1.5 cups of sifted flour.
Can I use cream or milk for the extra liquid?
Yes, you can use 1/2 cup of either cream or milk to add to the batter.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
How much lingonberry sauce is needed in total?
The ingredient list specifies 2 cups of lingonberry sauce for serving.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include pancakes, breakfast, swedish pancakes, lingonberry, family recipe, grandma, comfort food, and brunch.
Is sugar included in the pancake batter?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of sugar is sifted in with the flour and salt.
What texture do these pancakes have?
The pancakes have a delicate, light, and airy texture.
When do you add the melted butter?
The melted butter is added to the batter along with the remaining milk and cream after the flour is incorporated.
Should the skillet be non-stick?
The instructions recommend using a hot griddle or a non-stick skillet.
What is the purpose of beating eggs until frothy?
Beating the eggs until light and frothy helps create the characteristic light and airy texture of the pancakes.
Can these pancakes be eaten for dinner?
Yes, they are described as a versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dinner.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What kind of sugar is used for the topping?
Confectioners' sugar is used for sprinkling on top of the finished pancakes.