German Pancake
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Get ready to fall in love with the ultimate German Pancake recipe! With just six simple ingredients and a quick five-minute prep time, this delectable breakfast is sure to become a family favorite!
Indulge in the deliciousness of German pancakes, famously known as Dutch Baby pancakes! Perfectly crispy on the edges and soft in the center, they’re a delightful way to start your day. Top them with your favorite fruits, syrup, or a dusting of powdered sugar for that extra touch of deliciousness!
Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are a showstopper. Top them with fresh fruits, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, or a drizzle of maple syrup for the ultimate sweet experience.
Why This Recipe Works
- This recipe is so incredibly easy! You just blend the ingredients in a blender, pour into a heated baking pan, and bake.
- Aerating the batter in the blender will make the pancake puff up in the pan while baking.
Ingredients
If you haven’t experienced the delight of this classic breakfast dish, it’s time to whip it up! It’s a favorite in our home—simple to prepare, yet packed with flavor. Trust me, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for family gatherings or brunch with friends!
For the ingredient measurements and the entire recipe, be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the blog post where the recipe card is located.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter. It can be cold for this recipe.
- Eggs
- Milk: Use whole milk for the best results.
- Flour: All-purpose flour is best.
- Salt
- Vanilla
Step by Step Directions
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the bottom of the blog post to the recipe card.
- Place a 9×13 baking pan with butter in the oven and preheat.
- Add all the other ingredients to a blender, cover, and blend until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the hot pan once the oven is preheated.
- Bake until golden and puffy.
- Serve the pancakes with powdered sugar or whipped cream.
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German Pancake
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and put it in the oven for the butter to melt.
- Place the eggs, milk, flour, salt and vanilla in a blender and process until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the baking dish with the melted butter. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and puffy.
- Carefully, remove from oven and sprinkle generously powdered sugar.
- Serve with whipping cream, fresh fruit and syrup if desired.
Nutrition
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