Savory Pancakes with Bacon and Crème Fraîche
Category: Appetizers
Servings: 5
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 25g |
| Whole milk | 250g |
| All-purpose flour | 125g |
| Parmigiano Reggiano DOP (grated) | 50g |
| Eggs (separate yolks and whites) | 2 |
| Baking powder (for savory dishes) | 6g |
| Salt | to taste |
| Black pepper | to taste |
| Bacon (sliced) | 150g |
| Sour cream (crème fraîche) | 50g |
| Chives (chopped) | to taste |
| Avocado | 1 |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pancake Batter:
Start by melting the butter over low heat. Once melted, set it aside to cool slightly. In a separate bowl, separate the egg yolks from the whites. Whisk the egg yolks with the melted butter and add in the milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Then, stir in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. -
Combine Dry Ingredients:
Sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder together into the wet ingredients, ensuring no lumps remain. Mix well with a hand whisk until the batter is smooth and homogeneous. -
Whisk the Egg Whites:
In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the prepared batter, being careful not to deflate the air from the whites. -
Cook the Pancakes:
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour small portions of batter into the skillet to form pancakes. Cook for about 1 minute on one side until golden brown, then flip the pancakes gently with a spatula and cook for an additional 30 seconds on the other side. Continue cooking the remaining pancakes, stacking them on a plate as you go. You should get about 15 pancakes with these quantities. -
Prepare the Bacon:
In the same skillet, cook the bacon slices for 2-3 minutes on medium heat, flipping them occasionally, until they become crispy and browned. Set the bacon aside to drain on a paper towel. -
Prepare the Avocado:
Peel the avocado, remove the pit, and slice it thinly. Set aside. -
Assemble the Pancakes:
To assemble, place a pancake on a serving plate. Spread a layer of sour cream (crème fraîche) on top and sprinkle with chopped chives. Add a crispy bacon slice on top of the cream. Repeat the process with another pancake, layering the same combination of crème fraîche, chives, and bacon. -
Final Touch:
Place the final pancake on top and garnish with additional sour cream, chives, and a few slices of avocado. Serve immediately and enjoy this savory, delicious treat!
These savory pancakes with bacon and crème fraîche are a perfect appetizer for any occasion. Light and fluffy, with a rich, savory flavor, they offer a delightful contrast of crispy bacon, creamy sour cream, and smooth avocado. These pancakes are a wonderful way to impress your guests and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
