Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes Recipe

A taste of Swedish heritage! This recipe, passed down through three generations, delivers incredibly thin and delicate pancakes, just like Grandma used to make. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert, these lättar are incredibly versatile. Top them with butter and syrup, lingonberry preserves, or a dusting of powdered sugar – the possibilities are endless! Get ready to experience a family favorite.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 67.7 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes

  1. In a 2-quart mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until well combined.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt until thoroughly blended.
  3. Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, resulting in more tender pancakes.
  5. Lightly grease a non-stick skillet or cast iron skillet with butter or oil. Heat over medium-high heat.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake.
  7. Using a circular motion, tilt the pan to spread the batter evenly into thin circles, about 6-7 inches in diameter.
  8. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the edges are lightly browned and the pancake is cooked through.
  9. Carefully flip the pancake using a thin spatula.
  10. Cook for about 20 seconds on the second side, until lightly browned.
  11. Slide the cooked pancake onto a plate to cool slightly.
  12. Repeat steps 6-11 with the remaining batter.
  13. Serve the pancakes immediately, topped with butter, syrup, lingonberry preserves, or powdered sugar. Roll up and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

4g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes?

Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes?

Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes has approximately 67.7 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Grandma's Swedish Thin Pancakes are Eggs, Milk, Oil, Flour, Sugar, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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