Practical recipes & kitchen ratios

Master Batter Ratios

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Ratio Matrix (by weight)

Variables: Liquid, Flour, Egg, Fat

Variant Liquid Flour Egg Fat Notes
Pancakes 2.0 2.0 1.0 0.5 The universal breakfast batter. Leavening usually required.
Fritter Batter 1.0 2.0 1.0 0.0 Thick enough to coat vegetables/meats for deep frying.
Crepes 2.0 1.0 1.0 0.0 High liquid content for spreadability. Let rest 30 mins before cooking.
Popovers 2.0 1.0 2.0 0.0 Requires high heat steam lift.