Palacinke

Palacinke

Палачинке (pah-lah-CHEEN-keh)

Serbian Crepes

Prep Time 10 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
8
🔥 Calories 216 kcal

Thin, delicate crepes rolled around sweet fillings of Nutella, jam, walnuts, or cheese, served as a beloved Serbian dessert or sweet snack.

Nutrition & Info

220 kcal per serving
Protein 6.0g
Carbs 30.0g
Fat 8.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ dairy ⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

crepe pan or non-stick skillet whisk ladle spatula

Presentation Guide

Vessel: flat plate

Garnishes: powdered sugar, chocolate drizzle, whipped cream

Accompaniments: fresh berries, ice cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, salt, and melted butter together.

  2. 2

    Gradually add flour, whisking until the batter is smooth and thin like heavy cream.

  3. 3

    Let batter rest 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Heat a lightly buttered crepe pan over medium heat. Pour a thin layer of batter, swirling to coat.

  5. 5

    Cook 1-2 minutes until edges lift and bottom is lightly golden. Flip and cook 30 seconds more.

  6. 6

    Spread with filling, roll or fold, and serve dusted with powdered sugar.

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Did You Know?

Serbian children often have heated debates about the best filling — Eurocrem (Serbian Nutella), jam, or ground walnuts with sugar.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • crepe pan or non-stick skillet
  • whisk
  • ladle
  • spatula

Garnishing

powdered sugar, chocolate drizzle, whipped cream

Accompaniments

fresh berries, ice cream

The Story Behind Palacinke

Palacinke came to Serbia through Austro-Hungarian influence and became one of the most popular desserts in the country. Unlike French crepes, Serbian palacinke are always rolled (never folded into triangles) and are a staple of every Serbian household.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dessert, snack, or sweet breakfast 📜 Origins: Austro-Hungarian influence

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