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One-pan Dutch baby breakfast pancakes

A quick, customizable, and easy-to-make breakfast that bakes in one pan for easy cleanup.

By Maple Staff

One-pan Dutch baby breakfast pancakes

One-pan Dutch baby breakfast pancakes

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Servings:
2
Cookware:
10-12 inch cast iron skillet, large bowl
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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • Nutmeg, ground
  • Salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Fresh strawberries (optional)
  • Fresh blueberries (optional)
  • Peach slices (optional)
  • Fruit preserves (optional)
  • Maple syrup (optional)
  • Chocolate spread (optional)

Why this recipes is great for families

This Dutch baby pancakes recipe is a great choice for families with kids because it's quick to make, uses simple pantry ingredients, and bakes in one pan for easy cleanup. The puffy, golden presentation is fun for kids to watch, and everyone can customize their own slice with toppings like fruit, syrup, or powdered sugar. It's a playful and practical breakfast the whole family can enjoy.

Instructions:

  • Pre-heat oven
    • Place the cast iron skillet into the oven and preheat to 475 degrees.

  • Make the batter
    • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs. Gradually whisk in the milk, followed by the flour, a pinch of nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.

  • Prep the skillet for cooking
    • Once the oven is pre-heated, drop the oven temperature to 425 degrees.
    • Remove the skillet from the oven and place butter in it.
    • Swirl the skillet to coat the bottom and sides with the melted butter.
    • Pour batter into the skillet. Return to the oven.

  • Bake baby bake
    • Bake for 10-12 minutes, until puffy and lightly browned.
    • Remove from the oven.

  • Add toppings and serve
    • While still in the skillet, add powdered sugar.
    • Slice into wedges. Be careful not to scratch your skillet.   
    • Add to plate. Finish with your choice of toppings. Serve. 
Finished Dutch baby pancakes