Easy Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe | German Pancake

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and preheat the skillet for at least 8 minutes.

In a bowl of warm water, let the eggs sit for about 5 minutes to bring them to room temperature.

Microwave the milk for 15 seconds to bring it to room temperature.

In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.

Blend for about 30 seconds, scrape down the sides, then blend for another 30 seconds until smooth.

Remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts and add 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, brushing it around the bottom and sides.

Pour the batter into the sizzling skillet.

Transfer the skillet back to the oven and bake for 16-18 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with fresh fruit and optional toppings like honey or jam.

Cooking Techniques

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