What is a Dutch Baby?
A Dutch baby, also known as a German pancake, is a type of baked pancake or popover that is typically made in a cast-iron skillet or ovenproof pan. It is characterized by its puffy and custard-like texture. Dutch babies are usually served for breakfast or brunch and are often sweet, although savory variations exist.
German Pancake Recipe ingredients
Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
Large eggs Milk – Whole milk is best for German pancakes. Flour – Regular all-purpose flour will do. Salt Butter – I recommend unsalted butter, but if you have salted on hand, you can cut back on the amount of salt you add to the batter.
How to Make German Pancakes
Here’s what you’ll need to do to make classic German pancakes at home:
German Pancakes Recipe tips for success
Here are some pointers for perfect German pancakes:
Be careful with the hot pan and oven. It’s easiest to slide out the oven rack and pour the batter into the pan; that way you don’t have to hold the hot baking dish with one hand while pouring batter with the other. Getting the perfect puffy pancake. I have found that if I pour in a swirled figure-eight pattern rather than just one stream of batter into the center of the pan, I get a more craggy, puffy German pancake as a result. Don’t open the oven door while the German pancake is baking. The rush of air into the oven will make your pancake deflate! Serve immediately. German pancakes are best when served immediately after baking. As they sit, not only will they deflate, but they’ll also lose moisture.
How to serve this German Pancake Recipe
Sprinkle your German pancakes with a dusting of powdered sugar and add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a burst of flavor. You can also garnish with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of maple syrup for added sweetness. Or serve with our famous buttermilk syrup! Slice the pancake into wedges or squares and serve immediately while it’s still warm.
German Pancake topping ideas
Here are some ideas for serving your German pancakes:
Make it traditional. Dust the pancake with powdered sugar, then squeeze lemon juice over the top. Make it fruity. Sliced bananas, fresh berries, peaches, and sautéed apples are all delicious on a German pancake. Make it decadent. Scatter chocolate chips over the top, drizzle it with hot fudge or caramel sauce, or serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
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