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Easy Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe

A simple combination of eggs, milk, flour, and sugar creates the most incredibly fluffy texture and crunchy edges in this classic Dutch Baby Pancake recipe. It's like a pancake, popover, and crepe merged together in a cast-iron skillet to form the most delicious breakfast dish!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 181 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast , Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs whisked, room temperature
  • ½ cup flour gluten-free 1-to-1
  • ½ cup milk regular or plant-based, room temperature.
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • ⅛ tsp. cinnamon
  • ½ tsp. vanilla
  • 2 Tbsp. butter or coconut oil
  • fresh berries optional
  • powdered sugar optional
  • lemon juice, optional

Instructions

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  1. Let eggs and milk sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before preparing batter. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl whisk the room temperature eggs. Add flour, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla to the bowl. Mix by hand until just combined. It is OK if there are still a few clumps.
  3. Place oil or butter in a 9-10 inch cast iron skillet and heat up in the oven until the oil has just melted, about 1-2 minutes. Pour batter into skillet and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 300 degrees, without removing the pan, and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
  4. Top Dutch Baby pancake with fresh berries, powdered sugar, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Prep-Ahead Instructions:
  • You can prep the toppings by slicing the fruit or making whipped cream the day before if needed.
  • Storage Directions:
  • If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 to 5 days. For the best results, do not store the toppings on the pancake. Again, freeze these pancakes without toppings. They should last in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 1 to 2 months. These warm up beautifully in a skillet on the stove over medium heat or in the oven at 300°F. You can use a microwave, but they might get soggy.
  • Recipe Tips:
  • Nutrition facts are calculated without any additional toppings.
  • Other toppings you can try include: maple syrup, honey, Nutella, peanut butter, cinnamon apples, or coconut whipped cream.
  • Use some elbow grease. Be sure to whip up the eggs before adding in the rest of the ingredients.
  • Take it easy. Once the eggs are mixed, do not overwork the batter after adding in the rest of the ingredients, or the pancake will be flat.
  • Get it hot. Melt the coconut oil in the skillet before pouring the batter in.
  • Don't peek. Leave the oven door shut after you put the pancake in so no heat escapes.
  • Go crazy. You can top this dish with just about anything! Fresh fruit, chocolate, and cream are just a few options.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 181kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 122mg (41%) Sodium 87mg (4%) Potassium 45mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 180IU (4%) Calcium 66mg (7%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 181

% Daily Value*

Calories 181kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 122mg 41%
Sodium 87mg 4%
Potassium 45mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 180IU 4%
Calcium 66mg 7%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.