Dutch Baby

Listen, Dutch babies are a big deal in this house.

Just picture it: the timer dings, the oven door swings open, and the delicious smell of browned butter and baked bread fills the air. I shout, “KIDS! COME LOOK!” Everyone comes running to see what wild shape our giant, golden cloud of a breakfast has taken this time.

There’s always a little excitement as we watch it settle and hear the crackle of maple syrup hitting the hot pan. I can hardly get it sliced and plated quickly enough before everyone is ready to dig in.

It’s one of those simple little breakfasts that somehow turns into a whole family event. And honestly, that’s part of what makes Dutch babies so special around here.

Dutch Baby

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A Dutch baby is a light, fluffy oven-baked pancake with crisp, buttery edges and a dramatically puffed center, traditionally served warm with powdered sugar, fruit, or maple syrup.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 5-6 Tbsp butter
• 5 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of nutmeg optional

Equipment

• blender/ immersion blender
• cast iron or Oven Safe Dish

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place an oven-safe baking dish or cast-iron skillet inside while the oven heats.
2. Once hot, add 5–6 tablespoons of butter to the dish and return it to the oven until melted.
3. In a blender, combine eggs, milk, flour, salt, and nutmeg. Blend until smooth.
4. Carefully remove the hot dish from the oven and pour the batter directly over the melted butter.
5. Return to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
6. Serve hot- great with lemon juice and powdered sugar, fruit, or maple syrup.

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