Hungarian Palacsinta (Hungarian Pancakes)

Ingredients:

• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 500 ml milk
• 200 ml sparkling water (or regular water)
• A pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp sugar (optional, for sweet version)
• 1 tbsp oil or melted butter (plus extra for frying)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, water, salt, and sugar (if using).
2. Gradually add flour while whisking until you get a smooth, thin batter.
3. Stir in the oil or melted butter. Let the batter rest for 15–20 minutes.
4. Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium heat.
5. Pour a small amount of batter into the pan and swirl to coat thinly.
6. Cook for about 1–2 minutes until lightly golden, then flip and cook the other side.
7. Stack the pancakes and fill as desired (jam, chocolate spread, sweet cheese, etc.).
8. Roll or fold and serve warm.