Dutch Baby — Puffy Pancake
A show-stopping breakfast that's surprisingly easy to make! This puffy pancake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
25 min total, minimal dishes
Dutch Baby — Puffy Pancake
A show-stopping breakfast that's surprisingly easy to make! This puffy pancake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
25 min total, minimal dishes
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.
Burn Hazard: The skillet handle remains dangerously hot even after removal. Always use a mitt.
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 Burning: If the butter turns dark brown or black, it will taste bitter. Work quickly.
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.
Over-blending: Do not over-process the batter; excessive blending can deflate the pancake's structure.
Batter is smooth and lump-free.
POUR
Time-sensitivePour the batter into the hot skillet over the melted butter.
Loss of Puff: If the skillet has cooled down, the pancake will not rise. Get it back in the oven immediately.
Batter has been poured into the hot skillet.
BAKE
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed and golden brown.
Deflation Risk: Opening the oven door prematurely will cause the Dutch Baby to collapse.
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).
Rapid deflation: The pancake will lose its height quickly once removed from the heat; serve immediately to enjoy the texture.
Pancake is dusted with powdered sugar and served with lemon wedges.
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