Description
This Easy Dutch Baby Pancake recipe yields a light, fluffy, and slightly crisp oven-baked pancake perfect for breakfast or brunch. Made with simple ingredients like eggs, flour, milk, and a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, it’s quick to prepare and delicious when topped with fresh berries, powdered sugar, and a hint of lemon juice.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup flour (gluten-free 1-to-1)
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- ⅛ tsp. cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs (whisked, room temperature)
- ½ cup milk (regular or plant-based, room temperature)
- ½ tsp. vanilla
For Cooking
- 2 Tbsp. butter (or coconut oil)
For Serving (Optional)
- Fresh berries
- Powdered sugar
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Get Everything Ready: Let eggs and milk sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before starting. Also, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the Dutch Baby.
- Whisk Batter: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the room temperature eggs until smooth. Add the flour, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix gently by hand until just combined; a few small lumps are fine as overmixing can make the pancake tough.
- Prepare Skillet: Place butter or coconut oil into a 10-inch cast iron skillet. Put the skillet into the preheated oven for about 1-2 minutes, until the butter is melted and hot but not browned.
- Pour and Bake: Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and pour the batter directly into it. Return the skillet to the oven and bake at 425°F for 20 minutes. The pancake will puff up beautifully and develop a lightly browned, crispy edge.
- Lower Heat and Finish Baking: Without removing the pan, reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C) and continue baking for another 5 minutes to set the center fully and avoid collapsing.
- Serve: Remove the Dutch Baby from the oven. Top immediately with fresh berries, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve warm to enjoy its full puffiness and flavor.
Notes
- Using room temperature eggs and milk helps create a light and fluffy batter.
- A cast iron skillet is preferred as it evenly distributes heat and helps create the iconic puff.
- Do not open the oven door during the initial baking to maintain the oven temperature and ensure proper puffing.
- Gluten-free flour can be substituted 1:1 with regular flour for those with gluten sensitivity.
- For vegan options, use plant-based milk and coconut oil instead of butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
