Classic Dutch Baby

Classic Dutch Baby

A simple and elegant German pancake that puffs up dramatically in the oven, creating a beautiful, cratered surface perfect for toppings.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
30 min

Ingredients

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0.75 cup all-purpose flour
0.75 cup milk
3 large eggs
1 tbsp granulated sugar
0.25 tsp salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a 10-inch oven-safe skillet (cast iron works best) in the oven to heat up.

    10 min

  2. 2

    In a blender, combine the all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, granulated sugar, and salt. Blend until smooth and no lumps remain, about 30-60 seconds.

    30 min

  3. 3

    Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add the unsalted butter to the skillet and swirl it around until melted and lightly browned.

  4. 4

    Pour the batter into the hot, buttered skillet.

  5. 5

    Immediately return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the Dutch baby is puffed up, golden brown, and cooked through.

    20 min

  6. 6

    Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like powdered sugar, fresh berries, or lemon wedges.

Perfect With

fresh berriespowdered sugarlemon wedges