Description
Light, fluffy, and golden with irresistibly crispy edges, this Baked German Pancake—also known as a Dutch Baby—is a quick and stunning breakfast you can whip up in just 30 minutes. With a custardy center and buttery richness, it puffs dramatically in the oven and tastes delicious with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of syrup. Simple ingredients, minimal prep, and maximum flavor—it’s breakfast magic in a skillet.
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Ingredients
For the Pancake:
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3 large eggs
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup milk (whole or 2% preferred)
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1 tbsp granulated sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp salt
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2 tbsp unsalted butter (for the pan)
For Topping:
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Powdered sugar
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Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
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Maple syrup or honey
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Lemon wedges or zest
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Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven and Pan
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Place your skillet in the oven while it preheats to get it piping hot.
Step 2: Make the Batter
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In a blender, combine eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt.
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Blend for 20–30 seconds until smooth.
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Let the batter rest while the oven finishes preheating. No blender? Whisk vigorously until smooth.
Step 3: Add Butter and Bake
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Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven.
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Add butter and swirl to coat the bottom and sides of the pan.
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Quickly pour the batter into the hot skillet and return it to the oven.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes until puffed and golden brown around the edges.
Step 4: Serve Immediately
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Remove from the oven and let cool slightly—it will deflate a bit, which is normal.
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Dust with powdered sugar and top with fresh berries, syrup, or a squeeze of lemon.
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Slice into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
Use a Hot Skillet – This helps the pancake puff dramatically in the oven.
Don’t Open the Oven – Let it bake undisturbed to rise properly.
Let Batter Rest – Even 5 minutes helps improve the texture.
Serve Right Away – It’s best hot and fresh while the edges are crisp.
Make it Savory – Omit sugar and vanilla, and top with cheese, herbs, or sautéed veggies.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: German-American