Mini pancakes with sour cream

Mini Pancakes with Sour Cream and Strawberry Sauce

Who doesn’t love pancakes? This classic dish, which has brought joy to tables around the world, is simple to make and can be customized in countless ways. Today, I invite you to discover a delicious recipe for mini pancakes, enriched with strawberry sauce and served with a fine sour cream. This is a perfect recipe for a special breakfast or a quick dessert that will impress everyone!

Preparation Time
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Total: 30 minutes
- Number of servings: 4

Ingredients
For the pancakes:
- 250 g flour
- 300-350 ml milk (depending on desired consistency)
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons strawberry sauce (or jam, if unavailable)
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
- 1 pinch of salt
- 30 g melted butter

For the sour cream:
- 200 g sour cream
- 20 g butter at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 40 ml milk

Preparation Method
1. Preparing the strawberry sauce
If you have leftover strawberry sauce from a previous dessert, that’s perfect! If not, you can make a delicious sauce from frozen strawberries:
- Step 1: In a small pot, add 200 g of frozen strawberries and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
- Step 2: Place the pot over medium heat and stir constantly for about 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens. Let it cool.

2. Preparing the pancake batter
- Step 3: In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, vanilla sugar, and salt.
- Step 4: In another bowl, beat the two eggs together with the milk, vanilla essence, and melted butter.
- Step 5: Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well until you obtain a smooth batter.
- Step 6: Add the 2 tablespoons of strawberry sauce or jam and gently mix to incorporate.

3. Cooking the pancakes
- Step 7: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a paper towel soaked in oil (this will prevent the pancakes from sticking).
- Step 8: Using a ladle, pour a little of the pancake batter in the center of the pan. Form small pancakes (mini pancakes) and let them cook for about a minute until the edges become golden.
- Step 9: Flip the pancake with a spatula and cook the other side for another minute. Continue until all pancakes are ready.

4. Preparing the sour cream
- Step 10: In a bowl, mix the sour cream with the room temperature butter for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Step 11: Add the powdered sugar, vanilla essence, and milk, then mix again until you obtain a fine cream.
- Step 12: Let the cream sit in the fridge for 20 minutes to thicken slightly.

Assembly and Serving
- Step 13: On each pancake, add a generous portion of sour cream, then pour strawberry sauce on top.
- Step 14: For an extra flavor boost, you can add a teaspoon of jam or fruit preserve on top of the cream.

Practical Tips
- For an intense flavor: If using jam instead of strawberry sauce, choose a berry jam for a delicious combination.
- Variations: You can also add some banana or blueberry pieces to the pancake batter for a fresh touch.
- Serving: These mini pancakes pair perfectly with a fruit tea or a flavored coffee.

Nutritional Benefits
These pancakes are rich in carbohydrates, providing energy, as well as protein from eggs and sour cream, important for a balanced diet. Additionally, strawberries are packed with vitamins and antioxidants, making this dessert not only delicious but also nutritious!

Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use other fruits for the sauce?
Yes, you can experiment with any type of fruit. Raspberries or blackberries are excellent and offer an interesting flavor.
- Can I make the pancakes gluten-free?
Of course! Replace wheat flour with gluten-free flour, such as rice flour or special gluten-free cake mixes.
- What should I do with leftover pancakes?
If you have leftover pancakes, you can keep them in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat them in the microwave or in a pan to bring them back to life.

These mini pancakes with sour cream and strawberry sauce are an excellent choice for any occasion. Whether served for breakfast, as a dessert, or at a gathering with friends, they are sure to bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones. Enjoy!