If you're thinking, "What IS a Dutch baby?" Don't worry, you're not the only one who's ever asked me that. Whether you call it a puff pancake, German pancake, a Bismarck, or a Dutch puff, it means the same thing: a big, delicious puffy pancake that you bake in the oven! And I'm about to share with you my family-favorite recipe that I think you'll love too.
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For starters, Dutch baby pancakes taste SO good.
They're sweet, buttery, and almost melt in your mouth. On top of that, they are sooo easy to make! They only require a few ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your kitchen. Win, win, win!
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Dare I say, I think they're even easier than traditional pancakes, because you don't have to stand there worrying about flipping times, etc.
Not to say classic pancakes aren't AWESOME, too (I have my best classic pancake recipe here).
But Dutch baby pancakes are their own, delightful thing and you NEED to try them!
What to Put on Your Dutch Baby Puffed Pancake
You can put pretty much whatever you'd like on your puff pancakes.
Start with what you'd put on regular pancakes, and go from there. I really like to top mine just with a bit of powdered sugar and syrup. But some days, jam on top is all I want!
They're also great with a drizzle of Nutella, or berries, or lemon juice...mmm! (Speaking of lemon juice, in 2021 I added a lemon Dutch baby recipe to my site! Find it here: Vanilla and Lemon Dutch Baby Pancake)
How to Make a Puff Pancake
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My Favorite Dutch Baby Puff Pancake Recipe
Dutch baby puff pancakes are so easy to make and only require a few ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 14 minutes mins
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 207 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 2.5 tablespoon butter melted, 0.5 tablespoon used to grease the skillet
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or more, to taste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Notes
*If you have time, let the batter rest in the blender or mixing bowl for about 20 minutes and you'll get an even better result! But if you're tight on time, it'll still turn out great.
**It will deflate pretty quickly — this is normal!
Nutrition
Calories: 207kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 162mgSodium: 213mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 474IUCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
Keyword dutch baby, puff pancake
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By the way, I usually cut this into four pieces, so technically it could be four servings. That being said, I usually eat two of the pieces at a time! Especially if I'm not combining it with veggie sausage or some other tasty breakfast food.
And that's that! I hope you love it! Please let me know how it turns out if you decide to make it and which toppings you choose.
If you're hopping on the puff pancake/Dutch baby bandwagon, you HAVE to give my Caramelized Pear Dutch Baby a try too! Find the recipe right here.
Vegetarian Brunch Recipe Ideas
For other vegetarian breakfast recipes, try these out!
- CHEESY GARDEN VEGETABLE EGG BAKE
- BROCCOLI CHEDDAR EGG AND HASH BROWN CASSEROLE
Happy eating!
xo - Chelsea
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FAQs
The magic that makes that Dutch baby pancake rise to its signature heights is simple: Steam! The combination of air that's whipped into the eggs when you mix the batter and the super hot cast-iron skillet (and oven) create the conditions needed for the lift we love.
What is a Dutch baby pancake made of? ›
Dutch Baby Ingredients
Eggs and milk: This light and fluffy Dutch baby recipe starts with two eggs whisked with milk. Flour: All-purpose flour lends structure and helps hold the batter together. Seasonings: These sweet Dutch babies are flavored with nutmeg and a pinch of salt.
Why are Dutch pancakes so good? ›
Dutch pancakes are traditional and worldwide famous, and there is a reason for that. They come with a topping of your choice or just plain. And it is the topping that makes the pancakes in a pancake restaurant so special.
Why did my Dutch baby pancake not rise? ›
There are two main culprits to flat, sad Dutch baby pancakes: Your oven wasn't hot enough. The hotter your oven, the more puffed your Dutch baby pancake will be. Make sure to preheat the oven for at least 10 minutes before baking the batter.
Why is my Dutch baby so flat? ›
The recipe doesn't contain any chemical leavening as the milk and eggs create steam that causes the Dutch Baby to rise. If the pancake was a little flat it is most likely that either the oven or the skillet (or other pan) was not hot enough.
Why does my Dutch baby taste eggy? ›
If you would like the inside of the finished dish to be a little less "egg-y" then cut the number of eggs down to 3, and many many reviewers also found that just 3 Tablespoons of butter worked better for them.
What's the difference between a pancake and a Dutch pancake? ›
What's the difference between a Dutch pancake and an American pancake? A Dutch pancake is usually larger and much thinner than the thick and fluffy American pancakes. If you order a Dutch pancake at PANCAKES Amsterdam, you will get a delicious thin pancake with a diameter of 32 centimeters.
What is the difference between Yorkshire pudding and Dutch baby pancake? ›
A Dutch baby is very similar to a Yorkshire pudding, with a few differences: the Yorkshire pudding is more likely to be baked in individual servings, the pan is usually greased with beef drippings, and the result is rarely sweet. Dutch babies are larger, use butter rather than beef fat, and are frequently sweet.
Why is it called Dutch baby? ›
German pancakes and Dutch babies are essentially the same thing, but the dish is said to have originated in Germany, not the Netherlands. The term “Dutch baby” was coined by an American restaurateur whose use of “Dutch” was a corruption of the word “Deutsch” (“German” in German).
Why do restaurant pancakes taste better than homemade? ›
Restaurants use better quality ingredients
Restaurants tend to use real, farm-fresh eggs and real milk when making their pancakes, which as you might guess, adds to a richer, higher-quality eating experience.
Don't over-mix the batter - As mentioned in the recipe you only want to mix the batter until it just comes together. Lumps are okay! Over mixing will develop too much gluten in the batter leading to tough, chewy pancakes.
What's the difference between a Dutch baby and a pannekoek? ›
Both Netherlands-style Pannenkoeken and Dutch Baby pancakes make a wonderful breakfast option as the batter can be made the night before and, in the case of the Dutch Baby, the pancake is baked in the oven, making it a relatively hands-off recipe.
What do Dutch baby pancakes taste like? ›
Dutch Baby Pancakes taste like Crepes but in pancake form. The batter puffs up to form a billowy crust with a custard-like center. We also included instructions for making a Berry Dutch Baby and even a Double Dutch.
When to eat a Dutch baby? ›
This large, fluffy pancake is excellent for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dessert any time of year. And it comes together in about five blessed minutes.
What makes pancakes fluffy and helps them rise? ›
Pancakes and waffles typically both contain baking soda, which causes them to rise. As soon as the baking soda is combined with the wet ingredients (which contain an acidic ingredient, like often buttermilk), it starts producing carbon dioxide gas bubbles that cause the batter to rise.
How to keep a Dutch baby from deflating? ›
Assuring doneness will also prevent it from deflating too quickly. The longer you let it bake 20-22 minutes the puffier and more stable the Dutch baby will be.
Why do my pancakes puff up? ›
This is the gas being forced out of the pancake batter. Cooking raises the temperature and increases the pressure of dissolved carbon dioxide. Bubbles form and rise as the volume of CO2 increases and the capacity of the batter firms up. Once the bubbles pop and release gas, you're good to flip!
How do Dutch babies sleep? ›
Many Dutch parents emphasize rest and regularity for their infants. 8-Month-old Dutch babies slept 1.67 h more than U.S. babies. They also showed a more mature pattern of Quiet Sleep. The differences correspond to parental beliefs and practices.
What is the Dutch tradition for babies? ›
Baby Traditions in the Netherlands
Baby shower and BlessingAway are becoming more and more trendy to be organized for the new mom. Meanwhile, more long dated traditions are also present such as the Kraambezoek (visiting the newborn) or serving Beschuit met muisjes (Little Mice on a Rusk) with some tea.