Malaysian Chinese Style Sweet Pancakes

Ingredients

In this adaptation, the traditional French crêpes are transformed into Malaysian Chinese Style Sweet Pancakes by infusing them with the flavors commonly found in Malaysian Chinese cuisine. The original butter and sugar filling is enhanced with aromatic spices such as cinnamon and star anise, giving it a unique twist. Additionally, the pancakes are cooked slightly longer to achieve a slightly crispy texture on the edges, which is preferred in Malaysian Chinese cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Crêpes beurre sucre, so you can check it out.

• 200g (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour 200g (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 500ml (2 cups) milk 500ml (2 cups) milk
• 50g (¼ cup) melted butter 50g (¼ cup) melted butter
• 50g (¼ cup) granulated sugar 50g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground star anise 1 tsp ground star anise
• Butter, for greasing the pan Butter, for greasing the pan

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 32g, 12g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, and star anise until smooth.
2. 2.
   Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter.
3. 3.
   Pour a ladleful of the batter into the pan and swirl it around to evenly coat the bottom.
4. 4.
   Cook the pancake for about 2 minutes, or until the edges start to crisp up and the bottom is golden brown.
5. 5.
   Flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
6. 6.
   Remove the pancake from the pan and keep it warm.
7. 7.
   Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan with butter as needed.
8. 8.
   Serve the pancakes warm, folded or rolled, and sprinkle with additional sugar if desired.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Butter — Make sure the butter is melted and cooled slightly before adding it to the batter to prevent it from curdling the eggs.
• Ground cinnamon and star anise — For a more intense flavor, you can grind whole cinnamon sticks and star anise pods using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

Tips & Tricks

• If you prefer a sweeter filling, you can add a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of powdered sugar before rolling or folding the pancakes.
• Experiment with different fillings such as sliced bananas, grated coconut, or crushed peanuts for added texture and flavor.
• Serve the pancakes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a decadent dessert.

Serving advice

Serve the Malaysian Chinese Style Sweet Pancakes warm as a dessert or snack. They can be enjoyed on their own or paired with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra indulgence.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the pancakes with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving. You can also garnish them with a few fresh berries or a sprig of mint for a pop of color.