Quick and Easy Dutch Baby (German Pancake) Recipe
Make a quick, nourishing Dutch Baby for breakfast, topped with your favorite jam or fresh fruit – perfect for any morning!
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This easy dutch baby recipe is made multiple times a week in our home. I love it for not only the simplicity but it allows us to have such a cozy start to our day. While it bakes, I typically take all three of my kiddos to the couch for reading time. It has made our mornings so refreshing.
Blend and bake, they’re that quick and easy.
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Dutch Baby or German Pancake?
Guess what, they are the same thing. The recipe originated in Germany and has received multiple name variations.
Does A Dutch Baby have to be made in Cast Iron?
No, in fact I grew up my entire childhood having them baked in a glass dish like this one. Until recently had I ever seen otherwise. By no means must you use a cast iron skillet, if you want to however Dutch Babies bake well in those as long as you pre-heat the skillet.
What goes on a Dutch Baby?
Anything you like! Fresh fruit, powdered sugar, jam or my favorite: sour cream mixed with my homemade cherry vanilla jam. So delicious. A Dutch Baby is a blank slate. They are a yummy crepe tasting fluffy pancake that pairs well with just about anything. If you have a favorite topping, share in the comments below and let others try your version. Some people love a savory version.
Why you will love this recipe!
Dutch Baby recipes use several eggs. If you have one of those picky kids who doesn’t like protein only carbs, this quick and easy dutch baby recipe will fool them into thinking they’re eating pancakes not protein. Plus a Hot Tip: If you’re wanting to add more protein to your breakfast, try blending in unflavored collagen or protein powder. I do this, and it can help make an even fluffier dutch baby pancake without changing the consistency or flavor.
How to make a Dutch Baby
- Preheat oven to 350ºF
- Place a glass baking dish with butter to melt in the oven while pre-heating.
- Add all remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
- Immersion blend until everything is well incorporated.
- Pour batter into the baking dish over melted butter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove Dutch Baby when it is fluffy and beginning to brown on any raised edges.
- Serve with your favorite topping.
Enjoy this quick and easy dutch baby recipe with your favorite topping.
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Quick and Easy Dutch Baby (German Pancake)
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Milk
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tsp Vanilla
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 5 eggs
- 1 Tsp Baking Powder
- 3/4 Cup Flour
- 1 Tbsp Butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF
- Place a glass baking dish with butter to melt in the oven while pre-heating.
- Add all remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
- Immersion blend until everything is well incorporated.
- Pour batter into the baking dish over melted butter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove Dutch Baby when it is fluffy and beginning to brown on any raised edges.
- Serve with your favorite topping of powdered sugar, fresh fruit or jam with sour cream.
Today I was out of milk so I subbed a half cup of yogurt and a half cup of water. Turned out great!
I made this Dutch oven for company this morning for breakfast, and it was a total hit. Wow, I’m impressed. Definitely our new favorite breakfast. I ended up making 2 batches 😂 We have 5 kids, almost all of them are picky about breakfast, but everyone loved these. So delicious!
Yay! I’m so glad it worked out for you and that the kids loved it! Great way to get eggs into them.