Description
Discover the secret to perfect German Pancakes with these foolproof tips and tricks. Try making them today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (60g)
- ½ cup whole milk (120ml)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28g)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Batter In a blender or large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Blend or whisk until the mixture is just combined and smooth, about 10-15 seconds in a blender or 30 seconds by hand. The batter will be very thin, similar to crepe batter – this is exactly what you want! Let the batter rest while your pan heats up.
- Step 2: Heat Your Pan Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet or oven-safe dish in your oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Allow both the oven and pan to heat fully for at least 10 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving that dramatic puff that makes **German Pancakes** so special.
- Step 3: Add Butter and Batter Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven (remember, the handle will be extremely hot). Add the butter and swirl it around as it melts, ensuring it coats the sides of the pan. Immediately pour the pancake batter into the center of the hot buttered skillet. The batter may start to sizzle at the edges – that’s perfect!
- Step 4: Bake Quickly return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the pancake is puffed dramatically around the edges and golden brown. The center should be set but slightly custardy. You’ll notice it rising unevenly and creating beautiful ripples and waves – this distinctive appearance is part of the charm of authentic **German Pancakes**.
- Step 5: Serve Immediately A **German Pancake** waits for no one! As soon as you remove it from the oven, it will begin to deflate slightly, so gather everyone to the table. Dust with powdered sugar, squeeze fresh lemon over the top, or add your favorite toppings. Slice into wedges and serve while still warm for the best texture and experience.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg