German Pancakes was one of my favorite breakfasts growing up, and I've loved watching it become one of my kids' favorite breakfasts now. They love how the german pancakes puff up in the pan while they cook in the oven.
Top them with powdered sugar and syrup and they're to die for!
If these are new to you (as they were to my husband, Jeff), make them! Make them NOW! You wont regret it. 🙂
What are German Pancakes?
German pancakes, often called Dutch Baby pancakes are baked pancakes made from eggs, milk, flour and vanilla. The pancakes are baked in a metal or cast iron pan, puff up in the oven and then fall as they cool.
How to make German Pancakes:
- Add 5 tablespoons of butter to a 9×13 inch baking and place it in your preheating oven to melt.
- Meanwhile, add the eggs, milk, flour, salt and vanilla to a blender; cover and blend until smooth. Pour batter into the baking dish, over the melted butter.
3. Bake until the edges are golden brown and puffy, about 22-27 minutes.
4. Serve warm, sprinkle generously with powdered sugar and syrup.
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Recipe
German Pancakes
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (240 ml)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g)
- dash salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
- 5 Tablespoons butter (70 g)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- As oven preheats, put the butter in an un-greased 9x13-in. metal baking dish and place in oven, just until melted.
- Place the eggs, milk, flour, salt and vanilla in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Pour batter into baking dish, over melted butter.
- Bake, for 22-27 minutes or until edges are golden brown and puffy.
- To serve, sprinkle generously with powdered sugar and syrup.
Notes
Nutrition
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*I first shared this recipe in October 2010. Updated October 2018.
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Oh my goodness!!! I have never had or made German pancakes. I had never even heard of them, but I’m so glad I did. These were absolutely delicious. My family of 3 ate the whole pan of them. They turned out beautiful. Your recipe was so easy and clear. Thank you so much!!
My Husband And I Love Pancakes And Your German Pancakes Recipe Is Absolutely Delicious! Plus, Super Simple! We Have Made This Dozens Of Times!! Just Live It!! Thank You So Much!
These are delicious! I’ve tried them with powdered sugar and lemon; syrup; cinnamon & sugar and drum roll please…whipped cream!!! Tastes like cream puffs!
Thanks for the recipe!
Is it ok to mix the batter the night before and keep it in the fridge until it’s time to bake?
I think that would work just fine :-). Give it a good stir before pouring it in the pan in the morning.
This recipe is fantastic! I have made it many many times (no modification-just stick with the recipe). It turns out perfect every time. Sprinkle powdered sugar and top with syrup and it’s perfection!
My family loves this recipe, we use it all the time!
Thanks Kierea! So happy your familes loves it like mine 🙂
I’ve made this recipe so many times I thought it was time to get on and leave a review. They are the best! Thank you for this great recipe.
Try orange juice and powdered sugar. Fun twist to the traditional lemon.
Other recipes say use rising bread flour be cause they rise a lot more over the regular flour. Next time trying the bread for. I love these with powered sugar and lemon. Making these for Valentine’s Day Yummy. Just a suggestion. Enjoy
How many people does this serve?
About 5 people, depending on how big you cut the pieces.
The recipe was perfect for this snowy, bitter cold Sunday morning. Found the link from your classic French Toast recipe and decided to give it a try. The house smells delicious and we all loved it! I cooked some turkey bacon while this was baking. Sprinkled with powered sugar and served with sliced bananas and a little bit of syrup. Definitely adding to the weekend breakfast rotation. Thank you!
Thanks Veronica! Happy you liked it!
So I’m wondering if it’s supposed to have that “yellow” look inside. Like it seems doughy…
Does it need longer cooking time or is that natural?
They are yellow-looking…but they shouldn’t be doughy. You can always cook them for a few more minutes if you think they’re not done…