Fluffy Golden Dutch Baby With Fresh Berries
This Dutch Baby recipe turns 5 simple ingredients into a golden, fluffy pancake, perfect for a special breakfast or brunch.
Dutch Baby Recipe
Whip up a delightful Dutch Baby in no time with this straightforward recipe that promises a puffy, golden delight straight from the oven. Using just five simple ingredients and requiring a mere five minutes of preparation, this version of the classic popover pancake transforms breakfast or brunch into a special occasion. Puffed up around the edges while remaining light and airy inside, it’s a fail-proof choice that will not deflate your culinary pride once it leaves the oven. Serve it sweet with berries and powdered sugar, or savour its simplicity with a drizzle of maple syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1/2 cups mixed berries (blueberries and raspberries)
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a blender, combine the flour, eggs, milk, salt, and 2 tablespoons of the melted butter and blend until smooth with no lumps, 20 seconds.
- In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter over high heat until foamy.
- Add the batter and immediately put the skillet in the oven.
- Bake until the pancake is deep golden brown and puffed up on the edges, about 18 minutes.
Dutch baby - Remove from the oven, add the mixed berries in the center of the pancake, and dust with powdered sugar. Slice into pieces and pour maple syrup over. Serve warm.
Serving Suggestions
- Mixed Berries Salad
- Crispy Bacon
- Breakfast Sausage
- Greek Yogurt with Honey
- Smoked Salmon
- Avocado Slices
- Whipped Cream
- Caramelized Apples
- Maple-Glazed Ham
- Roasted Asparagus
Tips and Tricks
- Ensure the cast-iron skillet is super hot before pouring in the batter for the best puff.
- Bake at 450°F to stimulate the rise and achieve the characteristic puff.
- Combining ingredients in a blender helps incorporate air and ensures a smooth batter.
- If you don’t have a cast-iron skillet, a 9×13 pan can be used following the same recipe steps.
