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Easy Fluffy Oladi Pancakes Recipe

These easy fluffy oladi pancakes are a delightful take on traditional Ukrainian pancakes, featuring a light and airy texture with a hint of yeasty goodness.
Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are simple to make, freeze well, and pair beautifully with honey, jam, or sour cream for a versatile and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Ukrainian
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Nonstick or cast-iron skillet
  • Plastic wrap

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water warmed to 115°F
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons extra-light olive oil or vegetable oil plus more for cooking
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

For Serving:

  • Honey or maple syrup
  • Raspberry sauce or jam of your choice
  • Sour cream

Instructions
 

  • Mix the Batter: Combine the water, buttermilk, egg, oil, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Stir the mixture until well combined. Gradually add the flour, about one cup at a time, whisking between each addition. The batter should be smooth and slightly thin, resembling a cake batter.
  • Allow to Rise: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let the batter sit at room temperature for 1.5 to 2 hours. Alternatively, place it in a warm spot (around 100°F) for about an hour. The batter should become bubbly and double in volume during this time.
  • Cook the Pancakes: Heat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat, adding just enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Using a spoon or ladle, drop heaping tablespoons of the batter into the skillet. Leave enough space between each pancake to allow for flipping. Cook each pancake for about 1.5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Add more oil to the pan as needed to maintain even frying.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a serving platter. Serve them warm with honey, raspberry sauce, or sour cream, depending on your preference.

Notes

This recipe makes a large batch, but you can easily halve the ingredients for fewer servings. Cooked pancakes freeze well and can be reheated in the toaster for a quick breakfast.
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