Melissa Clarks' German Pancake (aka Dutch Baby)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while oat flour is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and can be healthier, while margarine is often more affordable.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index, while granulated sugar is typically cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while soy milk is often less expensive.

Melt butter in a skillet until it turns brown.

Add milk and eggs to a bowl.

Add a little bit of sugar to the mixture.

Whisk the mixture until combined.

Add nutmeg and optional cinnamon to the mixture.

Pour the batter into the hot skillet with the brown butter.

Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

Remove the pancake from the oven when done.

Dust the top with powdered sugar and a little lemon juice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens