Thick pancakes with kefir

Step-by-step recipe:

Step 1:

Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add sugar and salt.

Step 2:

Whisk until smooth.

Step 3:

Pour in the kefir and stir again until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 4:

Gradually add flour, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 5:

Add vegetable oil and stir.

Step 6:

Add baking soda and mix gently – the dough should be smooth and slightly bubbly.

Step 7:

Heat two frying pans over medium heat and brush them with a little oil.

Step 8:

Pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly, tilting the pan slightly.

Step 9:

Fry the pancakes until the surface is bubbly and matte.

Step 10:

Carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula and fry the other side until golden brown.

Step 11:

Place the finished pancakes on a plate, covering them with a towel to keep them soft.

Step 12:

Serve warm with sour cream, jam or any other filling of your choice.

Cooking tips

For maximum fluffiness, use fresh kefir—it reacts better with baking soda and gives the desired volume.

Don't overdo it with baking soda—too much can ruin the flavor and make the pancakes bitter. Make sure there's no baking soda left on the sides of the bowl.

Let the dough rest for 10–15 minutes before baking – this will improve its structure.

Use a non-stick frying pan to prevent the pancakes from sticking.

Do not increase the amount of batter in the pan - too thick a layer may not cook through inside.

If the pancakes are too dense, add a little kefir - this will make them more tender.

Store the finished pancakes in a sealed container – they will remain soft even the next day.