Best Easy Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe

A dramatic Dutch baby pancake puffs up golden in the oven for an impressive vegetarian family breakfast. This simple, custard-like pancake collapses beautifully and is best enjoyed with fresh lemon and powdered sugar.

Cook 35 min Difficulty EASY 290 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • large eggs 3 pieces
  • whole milk 0.75 cup
  • all-purpose flour 0.75 cup
  • unsalted butter 4 tbsp
  • lemon 1 piece
Seasonings/Sauce
  • sugar 2 tbsp
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
  • salt 0.25 tsp
  • powdered sugar 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 32 g 44%
Protein 9 g 12%
Fat 13 g 44%
Serving size 140g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and place a 10-inch oven-safe skillet or cast-iron pan inside to heat.

  2. 2

    In a blender, combine eggs, milk, all-purpose flour, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.

  3. 3

    Once the oven and skillet are hot, carefully remove the skillet and add the unsalted butter. Swirl to coat the skillet and allow the butter to melt fully but not brown.

  4. 4

    Immediately pour the batter into the hot, buttered skillet and return it to the oven. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until dramatically puffed and golden brown along the edges.

  5. 5

    Remove from the oven. The pancake will deflate quickly. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top and dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving warm.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Dutch baby pancake recipe?
The key ingredient is the combination of eggs and milk, which creates a custardy, puffy structure as the batter bakes. All-purpose flour provides body, while unsalted butter gives richness and helps the pancake rise.
Q. Why is preheating the skillet important for Dutch baby pancakes?
Preheating the skillet ensures the batter starts cooking and puffing immediately on contact, leading to the signature dramatic rise and crisp golden edges. A cold skillet will prevent proper puffing and result in a denser pancake.
Q. How do I avoid my Dutch baby turning soggy in the center?
Be sure to blend the batter until completely smooth and bake at a high temperature until the edges are deep golden and the center has just set. Avoid underbaking; check that the pancake is evenly cooked before removing it from the oven.
Q. How many calories and macros are in one serving of this Dutch baby pancake?
Each serving is approximately 140g and provides 290 kcal, with 32g of carbohydrates (44%), 9g of protein (12%), and 13g of fat (44%).
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