Dutch Baby Recipe (Easy German Pancake)
This easy Dutch Baby Recipe creates a light, fluffy oven-baked pancake with crispy buttery edges and a soft custardy center. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or special occasions.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: German-American
Keyword: breakfast recipe, Dutch Baby, Dutch Baby recipe, fluffy pancake, German pancake, oven pancake
Servings: 4
Calories: 280kcal
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) with the skillet inside.
Blend the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon until smooth.
Melt the butter in the hot skillet.
Pour the batter into the skillet.
Bake for 18–22 minutes until puffed and golden.
Dust with powdered sugar, add your favorite toppings, and serve immediately.
- Room-temperature eggs and milk help create the best rise.
- A hot cast iron skillet is essential for crispy edges.
- The pancake will naturally deflate slightly after coming out of the oven.
- Customize with sweet or savory toppings to suit any meal.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
- Sodium: 240mg
- Potassium: 140mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 6g
- Calcium: 75mg
- Iron: 2mg