Palacsinta (Hungarian Crepes with Apricot Jam)

Method

1. 1

   Whisk the flour, eggs, milk, sparkling water, sugar and a pinch of salt into a thin, lump-free batter; rest 15 minutes.

   💡 A rested batter fries thinner and tears less in the pan.

2. 2

   Heat a lightly oiled crepe pan over medium heat until a drop of batter sizzles on contact.

3. 3

   Pour in a thin ladleful, swirling immediately to coat the pan, and cook until the edges lift and the underside turns golden, about 1 minute.

4. 4

   Flip and cook the second side about 30 seconds, then stack the finished crepes on a plate.

5. 5

   Warm the apricot jam slightly to loosen it, spread a spoonful over each crepe, and roll or fold into quarters.

6. 6

   Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.