dutch baby pancake

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Jan 20, 2026

The Dutch Baby pancake is a puffy, oversized pancake similar to Yorkshire pudding. This quick-to-prepare pancake is ready for the pan in about 5 minutes. Serve it sweet with fresh fruit, powdered sugar, and maple syrup or savory with fried eggs, cheese, and bacon.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 cup assorted berries
  • maple syrup

How To Make dutch baby pancake

  • Step 1
    Place a 10 inch cast iron or ovenproof skillet in the oven and turn to 425 degrees F.
  • Step 2
    Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the microwave. Combine the melted butter, eggs, milk, salt, vanilla extract, sugar, and flour in the blender.
  • Step 3
    Blend for 10 seconds. If necessary, stop the blender after 5 seconds and scrape down the sides with a spatula.
  • Step 4
    Carefully remove the skillet. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Let it melt and swirl to coat the pan.
  • Step 5
    Carefully pour in the batter and return the skillet to the oven.
  • Step 6
    Bake until puffed and lightly browned, 15-17 minutes. Remove the skillet from the oven.
  • Step 7
    Sprinkle the pancake with powdered sugar, slice it into wedges, and top with assorted berries.
  • Step 8
    Serve with warm maple syrup.

Discover More

Method: Bake
Category: Pancakes
Ingredient: Flour
Culture: Dutch

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