Palacsinta Americana (sweet pancakes)

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 3/4 cups cold seltzer
• 8 large eggs
• 1 1/2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
• Kosher salt
• Unsalted butter, for greasing
• Fresh cheese
• Syrupy walnuts
• Chocolate rum sauce
• Cinnamon sugar
• Fruit compotes or jams
• Cherry caramel
• Whipped cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk together the flour: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, seltzer, eggs, vanilla, and a big pinch of salt. Cover and let the batter rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Set an 8-inch crepe pan or your Mini Always Pan Pro over medium-high heat. Add a small scoop of butter, tilting the pan to coat the surface.

3. 3

   Ladle the batter onto the pan, swirling to evenly cover the surface. If needed, add a little more batter to ensure full coverage. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the edges begin to lift from the pan.

4. 4

   Like Grandma Agi—flip the crepe: Using a spatula—or your fingers, like Grandma Agi—flip the crepe and cook for less than a minute on the other side. The crepe should be golden brown with crater-like spots. The first crepe is usually a tester, so don’t worry if it doesn’t turn out perfectly.

5. 5

   Repeat with the remaining batter to make about 12 crepes, stacking them on a plate as they’re done. Serve warm with any or all of the suggested toppings. Palacsinta are best enjoyed the same day.