uncle nick's dutch pancakes

Pannekoeken

serves 6-8

INGREDIENTS:

2 1/2 cups milk

4 eggs

6 tbsp butter, melted

1 tbsp vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups flour

1 tbsp sugar

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

METHOD:

1. Add all ingredients in a blender and puree until mixture is smooth and bubbles form on top. Let batter sit at least 15 minutes at room temperature (or refrigerate in an airtight container, up to 1 day; whisk before using).

2. Heat a crepe pan or a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium. Lightly coat with butter. Using a ladle,  pour 1 cup batter and swirl to completely cover bottom of pan. Cook until underside of crepe is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.

3. Loosen edge of crepe with a rubber spatula, then with your fingertips, quickly flip. Cook 1 minute more. Slide crepe out of pan and repeat with remaining batter. (Coat pan with butter as needed.)

5. Serve with your favourite toppings or fillings - fresh berries, Greek yogurt, whipped cream, Nutella, ham, cheese etc.