Peaches n' Cream German Puff Pancake
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Peaches n' Cream German Puff Pancake
Description
Peaches n' Cream German Puff Pancake is a baked pancake made by combining eggs, milk, flour, salt, and melted butter, then baking it until puffed and golden. The use of ripe peach wedges layered on top after the initial baking adds fresh fruitiness and texture contrast. Sprinkling brown sugar over the peaches caramelizes slightly with a brief return to the oven, creating a sweet glaze that complements the soft pancake underneath.
The pancake rises significantly as it cooks but will deflate a bit upon removal, creating a light, airy interior and a delicate crust around the edges. Topping with whipped cream and optional maple syrup adds richness and a touch of extra sweetness, enhancing the creamy texture.
This dish is suitable for breakfast or brunch and can be served directly from the casserole dish. The inclusion of fresh peaches brings a seasonal fruit element and natural sweetness, pairing well with cream and syrup.
Preheating the oven and melting the butter in the baking dish before pouring batter ensures an even bake and flavorful crust. Watching the timing carefully will yield an ideal puff without overbaking, maintaining a moist crumb.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ¾ cup flour
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 peach sliced into wedges, large
- Whipped Cream optional
- maple syrup optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400. While oven is reheating, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a 8 inch round casserole dish and set dish in the oven until butter is melted.
- Whip eggs, milk, flour, and salt in a large bowl. Pour into prepared dish. Bake uncovered about 18-20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven.
- Spread peach wedges over pancake. (It will deflate when you take it out of the oven) Sprinkle with brown sugar. Return to oven and bake another 2-3 minutes until brown sugar is melted. Remove from oven, top with whipped cream. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Notes
- Melt the butter in the casserole dish before adding batter to create a flavorful bottom crust.
- The pancake will puff during baking but will deflate slightly once removed from the oven.
- Baking a second time with brown sugar and peaches caramelizes the topping for added sweetness and texture.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or maple syrup for complementary moisture and richness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 267 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 267kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 170mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 175mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 327mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 581IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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