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Handed down for generations, this homemade Swedish pancakes recipe is the softest, and most delicious. Add a sweet or savory filling!

Three swedish pancakes topped with berries and mint.
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Grandma Johnson’s Swedish Pancakes

These are Swedish pancakes – not crepes. The Swede side of our family taught us there is a BIG difference (this is Lo’s Great-Grandma Johnson’s recipe).

Crepes are more dense and chewy due to more flour, fewer eggs, and no butter. Swedish pancakes are lighter and fluffier using less flour, more eggs, and butter.

We have these for dinner all the time (not just breakfast), and they are so good, especially with our Buttermilk Syrup Recipe! The whole family loves this recipe so much that we usually double (or even triple the mix).

We make them for holidays and special occasions, but really we find any excuse to make them. We LOVE Swedish pancakes and know that you will too!

WHY WE LOVE IT:

  • Sweet or savory. From eggs to fruit to whipped cream the list goes on and on. Any way you have them, this easy breakfast is sure to be a hit!
  • Pantry staples. Nothing fancy here. Just a few simple ingredients and a skillet!
  • Easy to make. They take a little practice to get that perfect golden color, but after a few tries and seeing how easy they cook, you’ll have this Swedish pancake recipe down in no time.
Eggs on a kitchen table.

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs Room temperature eggs incorporate better than cold eggs.
  • 3 cups milk Whole and 2% milk work best, but lower-fat milk can be used.
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the pan
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted – see How to Measure Flour
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • optional syrup toppings Homemade Buttermilk Syrup, Maple Syrup, Cinnamon Buttermilk Syrup
  • optional sweet toppings fresh fruit, Nutella, jam, Homemade Whipped Cream, or even softened ice cream
  • optional savory filling shredded cheese, eggs, ham, bacon bits, or sausage crumbles

How to Make Swedish Pancakes

  1. BATTER. Beat 3 eggs and add about ¼ cup milk. Add ½ cup flour with 1 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons sugar. Mix in a bowl with beaters or in the blender. Add 3 tablespoons melted butter and ¾ cup milk. Mix in 1 cup flour and 2 cups milk; mix well.
  2. COOK. Heat a skillet and wipe with some butter or oil when it is hot. Pour a thin layer of batter into the pan and tilt the pan until the batter is spread all over. When edges are bubbled and browned, it’s ready to flip.
  3. SERVE. Serve warm and add any desired toppings.

What pan to use?

>> For larger Swedish Pancakes, simply use an 8-10-inch pan with a flat bottom and shallow sides so they are easier to flip.

>> For smaller pancakes use a Plett (a frying pan with several round grooves, often 3 inches in diameter). You can make several small Swedish pancakes at one time.  

Keep Pancakes Warm

Place a sheet pan in the oven and heat to about 200°F. Roll each pancake and place them side by side in a pan, or stack them on the pan, separating each pancake with parchment paper. Keep warm for up to 30 minutes.

3 Rolled Swedish Pancakes with berries on top on white plate.

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Swedish Pancakes

By: Lil’ Luna
Handed down for generations, this homemade Swedish pancakes recipe is the softest, and most delicious. Add a sweet or savory filling!
Servings: 12 pancakes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the pan
  • cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Toppings

  • fruit syrup, homemade whipped cream

Instructions 

  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs until well combined.
  • Add milk, butter, flour, sugar, and salt to eggs and mix until smooth.
  • Heat more butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat, or spray the skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Pour about ¼ cup batter into the pan and tilt the pan in circles until the batter is spread all over in a thin layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes. When the edges are bubbled and browned, it is ready to flip.
  • Cook the other side until golden, about 1 minute, then transfer to a plate. Repeat to make the remaining pancakes, stacking them with a piece of parchment paper between each one to keep them from sticking.
  • Serve immediately with your toppings of choice.

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Notes

Keep warm. Place a sheet pan in the oven and heat to about 200°F. Roll each pancake and place them side by side in a pan, or stack them on the pan, separating each pancake with parchment paper. Keep warm for up to 30 minutes.
Fillings. Place the sweet or savory fillings in the center of a pancake and roll up like a crepe.
  • Sweet: fresh fruit, Nutella, syrup, jam, whipped cream, or even softened ice cream.
  • Savory: eggs, ham, cheese, bacon bits, sausage crumbles
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, or separate pancakes with parchment paper, wrap the stack with plastic wrap, and then again with aluminum foil and label. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancake, Calories: 137kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 56mg, Sodium: 233mg, Potassium: 124mg, Fiber: 0.4g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 246IU, Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

How to freeze?

Separate pancakes with parchment paper, wrap the stack with plastic wrap, and then again with aluminum foil and label. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months. Thaw before reheating. Heat in the oven, microwave, or skillet.

How to store Swedish pancakes?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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136 Comments

  1. Ellen jones says:

    5 stars
    My fathers parents are from sweden and we have made many swedish dishes except swedish pancaKes. I visited sweden last summer and never had them. I had bought them from ikea. MY parents are 87 and appetite is baD. I decided fo try this recipe and they both loved thEm! He kept wanting more❤️ It was easy to mix and didnt take lonG to maKe. My hardest part was BROWNING them And flipping without breaking them. After a few made it became easy and i was a pro. They tasted great and made a good amount. Enough for them the next day! If you try these you will Love them

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Thank you so much for sharing that! How fun to visit them in Sweden! I am so glad they liked them & glad you are a pro now 🙂

  2. Christy says:

    5 stars
    Made these for the first time this morning. They turned out perfect…soooo delicious!!! Buttermilk syrUp was ahhhmazing!!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      It’s our favorite! So happy you tried them with the syrup!

  3. Jennie says:

    5 stars
    So yummy!

  4. kristina says:

    5 stars
    These are super yummy. I prefer them over crepes. Thanks for sharing your family recipe.

  5. Julie Blanner says:

    5 stars
    WE loved these! They were great for breakfast, and we used the leftovers as dessert that night! They were so good with ice cream.

  6. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    My very recipe that I made in school was swedish pancakes. It wIll always be a favorite.

  7. Katie says:

    5 stars
    THese look SOO tasty! I can’t wait to try them for our Saturday family breakfast!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      They are the best!! Hope your family likes them, as much as we do!

  8. suzy says:

    5 stars
    THESE ARE SO GOOD! WE USUALLY HEAD TO IKEA WHEN WE WANT TO INDULGE IN PANCAKES LIKE THESE BUT I LOVE THAT I CAN MAKE THEM AT HOME! JUST PERECT!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Love getting them at IKEA!

  9. Joy says:

    5 stars
    We love these for breakfast & dessert!! They are so light & fluffy!! There are so many different fillings & toppings you can add!

  10. Jeffrey Dix says:

    Hi – when usung an authentic swedish pancake pan how does one flip the individual pancakes?
    Is there a special spatula?
    Please help – thanks

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I wouldn’t say special, just a big, wide one will work 🙂