I wanted to ask you a question this morning, Did you know National Bavarian Crepes Day is celebrated every year on March 22nd? Here is a fun fact you can share with anyone who likes Bavarian Crepes from Bavaria is called are called ‘Palatschinke’? I didn’t know that. Did you?
National Bavarian Crepes Day is a #holiday that is celebrated each year to enjoy and honor Bavarian Crepes. Can you believe Charlie and I’ve never had a Bavarian Crepe because we don’t care for #Fruit on our breakfast items. Before you ask about David he does like Bavarian Crepes.
Now it’s time for you to start baking Bavarian Crepes to celebrate March 22 National Bavarian Crepes Day. Grab your friends and family and have everyone make there favorite flavor of Crepes. Then have a judge vote on the best Bavarian Crepe.
For those of us that don’t know a Bavarian Crepe is a tempting, Pancake-like dessert, which is made from Buckwheat Flour or Wheat Flour. Bavarian Crepes are usually filled with Bavarian Cream and is then topped with Fruits, Glaze, Chocolate, or Whipped Cream. Doesn’t that sound delicious? Not to me. How about you?
Bavarian Crepes are popular in Central and Eastern Europe, these Crepes are almost similar to French Crepes which are (thin Pancakes). Did you know the history of Crepes dates back to the 13th Century. That’s a long time ago isn’t it?
The name ‘Palatschinke’ comes from the Latin word ‘Placenta,’ which is derived from the Greek word ‘Pakous,’ meaning ‘Flatbread.’ Bavarian Crepes got their name during the ancient Roman era in Central Europe.
Crepes originated from France but, back then, Crepes were mostly consumed as Bread. The reason behind the popularity of Bavarian Crepes is because they are generously filled with rich Bavarian Cream. A few food historians state that Bavarian Cream was introduced in Bavaria by a French Chef living there.
Although there is no proof of where the Bavarian Crepe filling was first created, what we know for sure is that Bavarian Cream recipes that were found in the 1800s, around the time of French Chef Marie-Antoine Carême, were written in the French Language.
Bavarian Crepes are a fantastic snack or breakfast meal for all sweet lovers! There are several recipes for making the perfect crispy Crepes and there are also so many other ingredients that you can have Crepes with.
People around the U.S. celebrate National Bavarian Crepes Day to enjoy Crepes with the people they love while indulging their sweet tooths. Would you like to go to #breakfast with my family? We could go to I Hop for Crepes if you want some.
Bavarian Crepes Day Activities
- If you have the means and the opportunity today you should try your hand at making Bavarian Crepes at home. You can search for some easy recipes to make Bavarian Crepes in flavors of your choice. Ask your loved ones to help you out in the making of Crepes. All of you can enjoy spending some quality time together and enjoy having this sweet dessert.
- There is a saying that if it isn’t on Social Media then it doesn’t exist! Spread the word on Social Media platforms to remind people about National Bavarian Crepes Day and you can even use hashtags like #NationalBavarianCrepesDay and #BavarianCrepes, to let the world know that you are celebrating National Bavarian Crepes Day.
- Don’t celebrate National Bavarian Crepes Day alone, share National Bavarian Crepes Day with your loved ones and send some freshly made Bavarian Crepes to your friends and family to make their day special.
Facts About Bavarian Cream
- Bavarian Cream was first invented as a French dessert which included Egg Custard mixed with Gelatin and Whipped Cream, and then placed in a mold or used as a filling.
- Bavarian Crepes is known to have emerged in the late 1700s and was made by a famous French Chef, Marie-Antoine Carême.
- Did you know there’s another similar holiday to celebrate Bavarian Cream. That #holiday is called National Bavarian Cream Pie Day. Should we celebrate it as well?
- Did you know no one is certain where the Bavarian Cream originated from, but some say it was invented by French Chefs who worked at the court of the Wittelsbach Princes.
- ’The word ‘Crème’ in German-speaking areas is a term for the Gelatin mold. Isn’t that crazy?
Why People Love Bavarian Crepes Day
You can have Bavarian Crepes with so many different flavored fillings inside them. Try adding a Fruit topping or a Sweet Syrup, or you can even add flavors in the batter before you pour the batter into a pan. You might want to try Coffee Crepes with Fresh Strawberries, Whipped Cream, and Mascarpone. Before ask I’m going to pass. How about you?
Bavarian Crepes are not like typical Crepes, that is why they have their own day! Bavarian Crepes are thick, crispy, and better in flavor and consistency than other forms of Crepes.
These Crepes are made using Eggs, Milk, and Flour, Bavarian Crepes are not only more healthy but also super tasty.
Recipe for Bavarian Crepes
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Servings: 8
Ingredients
Fat for Frying
2 large eggs
¾ cup Whole Milk 180 grams
1 cup all-purpose flour 120 grams
1/4 teaspoon baking powder (aluminum free)
1 pinch Sea Salt
Instructions
Add another thin layer of batter to the pan adding more butter or oil if needed. Repeat until you no longer have any pancake mixture. Then add your favorite topping on top of the German pancake and serve.
Gather all of your ingredients together and then add your dry ingredients (Flour, baking powder, and salt) to a mixing bowl.
Once you have your dry ingredients in a bowl slowly add the milk and mix in between. You can use an electric mixer or a hand whisk for this. Keep mixing until the pancake batter is smooth.
Now you need to add the eggs. Mix until everything has combined. Place a dishtowel over the top of the bowl and let the mixture sit for 15 minutes.
Heat a little bit of oil or butter in a frying pan. Once the pan is hot, add one ladle of pancake mixture to the pan. Gently move the pan around until the batter has spread evenly.
Fry the pancake on medium heat on one side until you can see bubbles forming and the pancake appears to be cooked at the edges. You can check by lifting the pancake slightly to see if the bottom has cooked.
When ready, flip the pancake over to cook the other side until it is golden brown. Remove the pancake and set aside while you cook another pancake.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
