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Palacinke Recipe

Palacinke Recipe (Soft Balkan Crepes)

These Palacinke are thin, soft Balkan-style crepes with a light texture and slightly sweet taste. They are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a quick snack. Fill them with Nutella, jam, or savory options for a versatile homemade treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 crepes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Balkan, Eastern European
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 5 large eggs
  • 2.5 cups milk
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet or crepe pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or blender
  • Ladle
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Add flour, sugar, salt, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla into a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth with no lumps and the batter looks thin and creamy.
  2. Let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes so the flour fully absorbs the liquid. This helps create soft, flexible crepes.
  3. Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil. The pan should be hot but not smoking.
  4. Pour a small ladle of batter into the pan and quickly swirl it to spread evenly. The layer should be thin and smooth.
  5. Cook for 1–2 minutes until edges lift and the surface looks dry and lightly golden.
  6. Flip carefully using a spatula and cook for another 30–60 seconds. The second side should be lightly golden.
  7. Remove and stack on a plate, repeating until all batter is used. Cover to keep them soft and warm.

Notes

Resting the batter is key for soft, tear-free crepes.
Keep heat at medium to avoid burning or rubbery texture.
Stack cooked crepes with parchment paper to prevent sticking.