Dutch Baby — Puffy Pancake
A show-stopping breakfast that's surprisingly easy to make! This puffy pancake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Dutch Baby — Puffy Pancake
A show-stopping breakfast that's surprisingly easy to make! This puffy pancake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Key move
Preheat the cast iron skillet in the oven until it's screaming hot to ensure maximum puff.
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The Setup
- Cast Iron Skillet10-inch
- Blender
The Mise en Place
5 of 9Your prep station before cooking begins
The Dry Mix (0/4)
The Wet Mix (0/4)
Pancake didn't puff up.
The skillet may not have been hot enough. Make sure to preheat it thoroughly in the oven.
Pancake is soggy in the center.
It may not have baked long enough. Increase baking time by a few minutes.
Chef's Notes
Preheat your oven and cast-iron skillet thoroughly for maximum puff and even cooking.
Serve immediately with fresh berries, powdered sugar, lemon wedges, or a dollop of whipped cream.
Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for a warm spice note.
The Method
PREHEAT
Time-sensitivePreheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven while it preheats.
Oven is preheated to 425°F (220°C) and the cast iron skillet is inside.
MELT
Time-sensitiveCarefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add butter to the skillet and let it melt completely, swirling to coat the bottom and sides.
Butter is melted and coats the pan evenly.
BLEND
In a blender, combine flour, eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract (½ tsp), and salt (¼ tsp). Blend until smooth.
Batter is smooth and lump-free.
POUR
Time-sensitivePour the batter into the hot skillet over the melted butter.
Batter has been poured into the hot skillet.
BAKE
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed and golden brown.
Pancake is puffed and golden brown with crispy edges.
DUST
Remove from oven and dust with powdered sugar (1 cup). Serve immediately with lemon wedges (1 whole).
Pancake is dusted with powdered sugar and served with lemon wedges.
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