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Dutch Baby Pancake with Berries

Dutch Baby Pancake with Berries
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Dutch Baby Pancake with Berries is a light, fluffy skillet pancake baked in the oven that puffs up beautifully with crisp edges and a tender center. Bursting with fresh mixed berries and enhanced by vanilla and optional lemon zest, it is quick to make, visually impressive, and perfect for a wholesome yet indulgent breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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Basic Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Fresh Berries & Garnishes

  • 1 cup fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Optional: Powdered sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare your skillet: Heat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a buttered cast-iron skillet or oven-safe pan inside while it preheats. This ensures the butter melts perfectly and the pancake starts cooking immediately when poured in.
  2. Whisk the batter: In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, flour, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the batter is smooth and slightly frothy, with no lumps, to create the light and airy texture characteristic of Dutch Baby Pancakes.
  3. Pour batter into hot skillet: Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Add the melted butter if it hasn’t already melted, then pour the batter evenly into the skillet. The hot pan will cause the batter to begin puffing up instantly.
  4. Bake until golden and puffed: Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the pancake is puffed, golden brown on the edges, and cooked through but still tender in the center.
  5. Top with fresh berries and serve: Once out of the oven, immediately sprinkle the pancake with fresh mixed berries, and if desired, dust with powdered sugar or lemon zest. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and even puffing.
  • Make sure the skillet is fully preheated for dramatic rise and crispy edges.
  • Do not open the oven door during baking to maintain steady heat and maximize puff.
  • Serve immediately; Dutch Baby Pancakes deflate as they cool.
  • Experiment with toppings like lemon curd, whipped cream, honey, or savory options like crispy bacon.

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