Turos Palacsinta (Hungarian Cheese Pancakes)

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Hungary with Turos Palacsinta, deliciously delicate Hungarian cheese pancakes. These paper-thin crepes are filled with a lush, creamy mixture of cottage cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a touch of lemon zest, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Lightly baked to golden perfection, these irresistible pancakes boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture and are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With simple ingredients and a streamlined preparation process, this iconic Eastern European treat is both elegant and comforting. Serve them warm with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, and watch as they vanish off the plate! This recipe is an irresistible culinary journey that’s sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 500 milliliters Milk
• 4 large Eggs
• 50 grams Sugar
• 1 pinch Salt
• 50 grams Butter
• 400 grams Cottage cheese
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 50 grams Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 2 eggs, sugar, a pinch of salt, and half of the milk until smooth. Gradually whisk in the remaining milk to form a thin batter.

Step 2

Melt 25 grams of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add a small ladleful of the batter and tilt the pan to spread it evenly, creating a thin layer.

Step 3

Cook the pancake for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift. Flip and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove to a plate and repeat the process with remaining batter, adding more butter to the pan as needed.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine cottage cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and remaining 2 eggs. Mix until you have a smooth, creamy filling.

Step 5

Lay a pancake flat and spread 2-3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture over one half.

Step 6

Fold the pancake in half and then in half again to form a triangle. Repeat with the remaining pancakes and filling.

Step 7

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Arrange filled pancakes in a baking dish and dot with the remaining butter.

Step 8

Bake for 10-15 minutes until heated through. Serve warm, optionally dusted with additional powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1472.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2384.6

Total Fat 82.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 943.9mg	0%
Sodium 1707.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 313.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 156.6g
Protein 89.6g	0%

Vitamin D 414.9IU	0%
Calcium 984.9mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 1547.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.5%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 53.2%