Dutch Baby Pancake

Nov 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A big puffed pancake baked in a hot buttered skillet, with tall golden edges and a tender, custardy center. Makes 3 servings in about 30 minutes.

Prep 10 min

Cook 20 min

Total 30 min

Servings 3

Ingredients

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3 (150 g)eggs, room temperature
¾ cup (180 ml)whole milk, room temperature
¾ cup (90 g)all-purpose flour
2 tbsp (25 g)granulated sugar
1 pinchsalt
1 tsp (5 ml)vanilla extract
3 tbsp (40 g)unsalted butter
2 ½ tbsp (20 g)powdered sugar
1 tbsp (15 ml)lemon juice

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Instructions

Put a 10-inch (25 cm) oven-safe skillet in the oven and heat to 425 F (220 C).
Blend the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, salt and vanilla until smooth, about 30 seconds. Let sit 5 minutes.
Carefully remove the hot skillet, add the butter and swirl until melted.
Pour the batter into the center of the pan and return to the oven.
Bake 18 to 20 minutes, without opening the door, until puffed and deep golden and set in the middle.
Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar and brightened with lemon juice.

Tips

Room-temperature eggs and milk puff higher.
The pancake falls as it cools; serve at once.
Use a cast-iron skillet if you can.
Good with coffee.

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make dutch baby pancake?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 3 servings.

How should I store dutch baby pancake?

Best eaten right away; leftovers refrigerated 2 days and reheated.

Can I make dutch baby pancake ahead?

It is at its best the day it is made; prepare it a few hours before serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Serve it with coffee.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 3 servings this recipe makes.

378 Calories / serving

17.9g Fat

41.8g Carbs

11.5g Protein

18.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (3 servings): ~1134 cal · 54g fat · 125g carbs · 35g protein · 56g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.