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Ebelskivers are small Danish pancakes made in a special pan that are to-die-for! This traditional recipe is made with simple ingredients and tastes delicious dipped in jam, chocolate, or maple syrup!Â
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Why I Love Ebelskivers:
- This ebelskiver recipe has been in the family for 4 generations! I love making these puff pancakes on Christmas morning for all the kids to enjoy. They are also great at our traditional minimalist Christmas party.
- I love topping them with simple syrup or powdered sugar for extra sweetness. Maple syrup is another great topping or you can stuff them with applesauce or jam. If you don’t have syrup, here is a substitute for maple syrup list of 10 options.
- Another great thing about this recipe, like our gluten free pancake mix, is that the ingredients are pantry staples! Flour, eggs, buttermilk, salt, etc. are super easy ingredients that make such delicious pancakes.
What is an ebelskiver pan?
An ebelskiver pan is usually cast iron pans but it can also be made from ceramic or another material. I prefer the cast iron as it gives the most authentic ebelskiver recipe.
Is Ebelskiver mix the same as pancake mix?
Although ebelskiver and pancakes are similar, they’re not the same thing. Ebelskiver is more of a mix between a donut and a pancake. Ebelskiver turns out fluffy and with a perfect golden brown crust while pancakes tend to be flatter.
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How to Make Ebelskivers:
Combine: Combine egg yolks, buttermilk, and sugar into a small bowl until mixed.Â
Mix: Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add egg yolk mixture and combine. Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes.Â
Whisk: Beat two egg whites in a small bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form and fold into pancake batter.
Pour: Pour batter into a hot and heavily greased ebelskiver pan. Pour each cup until 3/4 full.
Turn: When batter starts to bubble, make quarter turns with a knitting needle or wooden skewer until a ball forms. Turn until golden and the needle inserted comes out clean.
Serve: Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with jam, chocolate, maple syrup, simple syrups, or your favorite topping. Serve with melted butter for a more savory ebelskiver.
Make Ahead, Freezing, and Reheating Instructions:
To make ahead: Make the recipe according to directions and freeze until you’re ready to eat.
To freeze: Pop these heavenly pancakes into an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to three months.
To reheat: Reheat these ebelskivers in the microwave, oven, or even air fryer. I like to reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes because they come out with the perfect crust.
Recipe Variations:
- Apple pie: During the first quarter turn, add a small amount of cooked apple pie filling to the little pocket that forms in the batter.
- Nutella: During the first quarter turn, when that little pocket forms, add a small dollop of Nutella to the batter.
- Cinnamon and sugar: Drizzle a tiny bit of melted butter over the top of the ebelskiver and sprinkle with a cinnamon and sugar mixture.
- Ham and cheese: Once again, during that first quarter turn, add a bit of chopped ham (diced very small) and grated cheese to that little pocket of batter that forms.
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Ebelskiver Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp Real Salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 egg whites
- 1/4 cups powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Combine egg yolks, buttermilk, all-purpose gluten-free flour, sugar, Real Salt, baking soda and baking powder in a medium bowl until well blended
- Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes
- Beat two egg whites in a small bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form and fold into pancake batter
- Heat an Ebelskiver pan over medium heat
- Spray generously with non-stick cooking spray or put a tsp oil to each cup
- When the pan is hot, pour batter into each cup until 3/4 full
- When batter starts to bubble, make quarter turns with a needle until a ball forms
- Turn until golden and needle inserted comes out clean
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve as is or with raspberry jam
Notes
Nutrition
This post was originally published December 7, 2019 but has since been updated with more in-depth information.
Melissa Moore says
I love how it brings back memories of my mom making these when I was a kid!
Kadi says
I love the idea of having guests come over in comfy clothes for a relaxed evening!
Ashley B says
It looks so yummy and not too difficult!
Sarah McCord says
My mom used to make these! So happy to have a gluten free recipe!
Joy Switala says
I have never heard of this food–unique!
Dan Dykstra says
I like the little bite size pieces that you can dip in any of your favorite jams and jellies.
Heather D says
They look similar to the German pancakes that are our favorite breakfast! We definitely need to try this recipe!
Rachel says
I love how simple it is!
Ray S says
It’s a nice fun idea for brunch and it’s very easy.
Emily says
I love that I have all these ingredients already.
Darlene Carbajal says
What a quick easy recipe. I’d love to try those!
Elle says
I love the touch of powdered sugar on top.
sheila ressel says
I like how easy you making baking these look!
Denise M says
I love these, and it gives me an excuse to buy one of these pans
Patricia E says
I like the mini idea. This recipe is so simple.
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NICOLE MARTIN says
I love how easy this recipe is!
Maryann D. says
I never had or heard of Ebelsivers. This recipe looks great and super tasty. I am sure my family would enjoy having a few of these!
Renata S says
I love how they are cute little puff pancakes and not too heavy but more light and fun too! This would make a great pairing with homemade strawberry jam!
Will G says
I love how short the prep time is.
Tracie Cooper says
I love that is a sweet breakfast treat but it looks light and fluffy and not super heavy!