Dutch babies are a delightful, easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. These oven-baked pancakes are made with a simple batter of eggs, milk, and flour, and are traditionally cooked in a cast iron skillet. They puff up in the oven, creating a crispy exterior and a soft, custardy interior. Dutch babies can be served with a variety of toppings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or powdered sugar. With their simple ingredients and endless possibilities for customization, Dutch babies are a versatile and delicious dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEF JOHN'S DUTCH BABIES
I've always been fascinated by how many different breakfast foods you can create using just milk, eggs, and flour; and this is one of the more interesting examples. Especially considering the unusual, and borderline disturbing name. Sometimes called German pancakes, these have very little to do with Germany, and nothing to do with the Dutch. Apparently they were invented by German immigrants who were referred to as Dutch.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Blend milk, flour, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt together in a blender until batter is smooth.
- Melt clarified butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until bubbling; pour batter into the center of the skillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Brush with 1 tablespoon butter, drizzle lemon juice over the top, and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 235.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
DUTCH BABIES II
I love to eat these! They are warm and light, yet very filling. Great on cold mornings. This recipe is from my great grandmother. Serve with warm maple syrup and wedges of lemon.
Provided by barbara_hengels
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Pancake Recipes Baked Pancake Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a 10 inch cast iron skillet inside oven and preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, beat eggs with a whisk until light. Add milk and stir. Gradually whisk in flour, nutmeg and salt.
- Remove skillet from oven and reduce oven heat to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Melt butter in hot skillet so that inside of skillet is completely coated with butter. Pour all the batter in the skillet and return skillet to oven.
- Bake until puffed and lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Remove promptly and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 221.4 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 177.6 mg, Sugar 10.7 g
DUTCH BABY
Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Peel, core, and slice the apple 1/8 inch thick. Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a 9-inch ovenproof crêpe pan or skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add the apple, 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar, and the cinnamon and toss well. Sauté the apple for 5 to 7 minutes until tender, tossing occasionally. Spread the apple out in the pan and keep hot over low heat.
- Meanwhile, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the microwave. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. In a small bowl, combine the flour, the remaining tablespoon of granulated sugar, and the salt. Whisk the flour mixture into the milk mixture, whisking until there are no lumps. Pour the batter over the cooked apple in the hot pan and immediately place in the oven.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the pancake is puffed and the edges start to get crispy and browned. Dust lightly with sifted confectioners' sugar, cut in wedges, and serve hot with maple syrup.
DUTCH BABY PANCAKE
On the breakfast table in just 25 minutes, our Dutch Baby Pancakes are baked to puffy, golden-brown perfection. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Provided by Cheri Liefeld
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. Place butter in 10- to 12-inch ovenproof skillet; place in oven to melt.
- In small bowl, beat eggs, milk, lemon peel and almond extract with whisk. Add flour; mix until batter is smooth. Pour into hot skillet.
- Bake 20 minutes or until pancake is puffed and brown.
- Squeeze juice from quartered lemon over top of pancake; sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
DUTCH BABIES II
I love to eat these! They are warm and light, yet very filling. Great on cold mornings. This recipe is from my great grandmother. Serve with warm maple syrup and wedges of lemon.
Provided by barbara_hengels
Categories Baked Pancakes
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a 10 inch cast iron skillet inside oven and preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, beat eggs with a whisk until light. Add milk and stir. Gradually whisk in flour, nutmeg and salt.
- Remove skillet from oven and reduce oven heat to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Melt butter in hot skillet so that inside of skillet is completely coated with butter. Pour all the batter in the skillet and return skillet to oven.
- Bake until puffed and lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Remove promptly and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 221.4 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 177.6 mg, Sugar 10.7 g
DUTCH BABY
I've had these a lot at B&B's, probably because they're delicious and dependable if the right technique is used. This dish is puffy around the outside and flat in the center offering the perfect nest for sliced fresh fruit. It's airy, light and makes a beautiful presentation. The batter can be made up to a day ahead and refrigerated.
Provided by sugarpea
Categories Breakfast
Time 45m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Fifteen minutes before baking preheat the oven to 450°; have a pie plate or oven-proof skillet ready.
- Whisk together the milk, flour, eggs, sugar and vanilla; put the butter in the pie plate or skillet and place the pan in the oven just until the butter is melted; with a brush coat the rim and entire inside of the pan.
- Slowly pour batter into hot pan; bake for 20 minutes; reduce heat to 350° and bake another 8-10 minutes, until pancake is well-browned; remove from oven and sieve confectioners' sugar over the top; serve immediately with fruit spooned into the center of the pancake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.7, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 244.6, Sodium 119.1, Carbohydrate 42, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 13.8, Protein 12.7
GERMAN PANCAKE (AKA DUTCH BABY) RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: large eggs, granulated sugar, salt, milk, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, butter, butter, powdered sugar, sliced strawberry
Provided by Tasty
Categories Breakfast
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Combine the eggs, granulated sugar, salt, milk, vanilla, flour and melted butter in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Preheat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes. Melt the butter in the skillet. Pour the batter into the heated skillet and then immediately, and carefully, move the skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The pancake is done when it is a rich amber color and the sides have risen considerably. Carefully remove the pancake from the skillet and let cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Serve warm with powdered sugar and sliced strawberries.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 3 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right pan: A cast iron skillet is the traditional choice for Dutch babies, but you can also use a well-seasoned carbon steel skillet or a nonstick skillet.
- Preheat your pan: The pan should be very hot before you add the batter. This will help the Dutch baby rise and cook evenly.
- Use fresh ingredients: The best Dutch babies are made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Use real butter, fresh eggs, and pure vanilla extract.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the Dutch baby tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the Dutch baby in a hot oven: The oven should be preheated to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help the Dutch baby rise quickly.
- Don't open the oven door while the Dutch baby is baking: Opening the oven door will cause the Dutch baby to fall.
- Serve the Dutch baby immediately: Dutch babies are best served fresh out of the oven. Top them with your favorite fruits, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Conclusion:
Dutch babies are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect Dutch baby every time. So next time you're looking for something special to cook, give Dutch babies a try!
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