crêpes de la chandeleur (candlemas pancakes)
On February 2, French Canadian Roman Catholics celebrate the Fête de la Chandeleur (Candlemas), honoring the day in the church calendar when Mary took the baby Jesus to the temple, by eating crêpes (thin pancakes). A traditional French Canadian proverb says "Manger des crêpes à la chandeleur apporte un an de bonheur" (Eating crêpes on Candlemas brings a year of happiness). From foodbycountry.com.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
8-10 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 - eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- - vegetable oil
How To Make crêpes de la chandeleur (candlemas pancakes)
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Step 1Break eggs into a large mixing bowl and beat with a wire whisk.
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Step 2Measure flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into another bowl and stir to combine. Add gradually to egg mixture.
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Step 3Add milk gradually, continuing to stir with the wire whisk. The batter should be smooth, with no lumps.
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Step 4Pour oil into an 8-inch skillet to cover the bottom. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.
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Step 5Using a soup ladle, carefully pour a ladle-full (about ¼ cup) of the batter into the hot oil.
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Step 6Tilt the pan carefully to spread the batter into a large, thin crepe that covers the bottom of the skillet.
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Step 7Cook until the crepe is golden brown on the bottom (about 3 to 4 minutes).
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Step 8Carefully flip the crepe over to cook the other side. Remove crepe from pan, and blot on paper towel to remove excess oil.
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Step 9Serve with maple syrup.
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