Description
German Pancakes — also known as Dutch Babies — are the breakfast showstopper you didn’t know you needed! Light, airy, and magically puffed in the oven, this golden pancake transforms simple ingredients into a stunning and delicious centerpiece that elevates your morning routine.
Ingredients
3 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter
Powdered sugar, fresh berries, or lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place butter in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet or baking dish and place in the oven to melt while it preheats.
3. In a blender, combine eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth and frothy.
4. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and swirl the melted butter to coat the bottom and sides.
5. Pour the batter immediately into the hot pan and return to the oven.
6. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed and golden brown around the edges.
7. Remove from oven and let deflate slightly (it will fall as it cools — that’s normal!).
8. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries, lemon juice, or maple syrup.
Notes
Use room-temperature eggs and milk for maximum puff.
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
Make it savory by skipping the sugar and topping with ham and cheese.
Perfect for brunch — doubles easily for a crowd and pairs beautifully with coffee or mimosas!
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 145mg