Grandparents Swedish Pancakes Recipe

Experience a taste of Sweden with this authentic Swedish pancake recipe, passed down through generations! My grandparents (100% Swedish heritage) used this recipe, and the delicious berries are often found at IKEA. These light and fluffy pancakes are perfect for a weekend brunch or a cozy weeknight treat. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 195.7 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Grandparents Swedish Pancakes

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing and cooking
  • Lingonberry
  • Lingonberry Butter
  • Cloudberries
  • Gooseberry

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How to Make Grandparents Swedish Pancakes

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk 3 large eggs until light and frothy.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 3/4 cups milk and 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter into the beaten eggs until well combined.
  4. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
  6. For each pancake, melt 1/2 teaspoon of butter on the hot griddle.
  7. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  8. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip when bubbles start to form on the surface and the edges look set.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as fresh or frozen berries and a dollop of whipped cream or sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

19g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandparents Swedish Pancakes?

Grandparents Swedish Pancakes takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandparents Swedish Pancakes?

Grandparents Swedish Pancakes has approximately 195.7 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandparents Swedish Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Grandparents Swedish Pancakes are Flour, Sugar, Salt, Eggs, Milk, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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