The French version of the Dutch baby (specialty from central france)

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free alternative with a different taste.

seasonal fruit

🥗Healthier: frozen fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Frozen fruit can be more affordable and available year-round.

Sift the flour into a bowl.

Add sugar and salt to the flour and mix together.

Beat the eggs with a fork and add them to the dry ingredients in the bowl.

Whisk the mixture in a circular motion to avoid clumps.

Warm the milk in a small pan and add a tablespoon of butter until melted.

Add the warm milk to the batter bit by bit while whisking.

Let the batter rest for 15-20 minutes.

Soak prunes in cherry liquor or warm water for 15 minutes.

Prepare the apples by coring and cutting them into chunks, soaking in lemon juice to avoid discoloration.

Saute the apple chunks in a tablespoon of butter and sugar for about 5 minutes until slightly colored.

Generously coat a cast iron skillet with butter and sugar.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Add the soaked prunes or sautéed apples to the batter and pour into the prepared skillet.

Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden.

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