Easy Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe

This really is such an easy Dutch baby pancake recipe! It is so simple to make, using only pantry staples. Once you try it, it is sure to become a household favorite breakfast for sure!

My family enjoys this easy Dutch baby pancake for breakfast multiple times a week.

It’s just that good! And it’s so simple to throw together. What I really like about this recipe, is that it is a pne pan meal. You make the batter and put all the contents into one cast iron skillet.

This saves time, and makes feeding a large household so easy.

For more delicious family breakfast ideas, be sure to check out my blueberry Dutch baby pancake recipe, sourdough discard crepe recipe, or my sourdough bagel recipe!

Tools You May Need

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• Cast iron skillet (12 inch)
• Mixing bowl
• Hand whisk or immersion blender
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons

Ingredients

• 6 eggs
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk (warmed)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 stick of butter (goes into hot pan, NOT into the batter)

OPTIONAL: Fresh fruits or homemade whipped cream on the side.

Instructions

Place the cast iron skillet into the oven.

Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, sugar, flour, milk, salt and vanilla extract.

Whisk everything together, just until all ingredients are combined, and the batter is smooth.

Once the oven is pre-heated, take out the cast iron skillet. Place the 1/2 stick of butter directly on the hot pan.

After the butter melts, pour your pancake batter into the cast iron skillet.

Place skillet into the oven, and bake for 20-22 minutes.

How to Serve

My family loves to enjoy this Dutch baby pancake with fresh fruit, and homemade whipped cream.

Topping this easy and delicious Dutch baby pancake with maple syrup or powdered sugar is another great option!