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Fluffy Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe with Cinnamon Apples

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A warm, comforting, and fluffy Dutch baby pancake topped with tender cinnamon-spiced apples, perfect for cozy mornings and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup (85g) all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) whole milk, room temperature (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for skillet, melted and hot)
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for apples)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a 10- to 12-inch oven-safe skillet inside to heat for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a blender or mixing bowl, combine eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend or whisk until smooth and frothy, about 30 seconds.
  3. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts and add 3 tablespoons unsalted butter. Swirl to coat the bottom and sides; butter should sizzle.
  4. Pour the batter evenly into the hot skillet and return it quickly to the oven.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pancake puffs dramatically and edges turn golden brown. Avoid opening the oven door during baking.
  6. While the pancake bakes, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Cook gently for 5-7 minutes until apples are tender but not mushy.
  7. Remove the Dutch baby from the oven; it will deflate slightly. Immediately top with the warm cinnamon apples.
  8. Serve right away, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with maple syrup.

Notes

Preheating the skillet is essential for the pancake to puff properly. Use room temperature eggs and milk for better batter consistency. Avoid opening the oven door during baking to prevent deflation. Apples should be cooked until tender but still hold their shape. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the oven.

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Keywords: Dutch baby pancake, cinnamon apples, fluffy pancake, cozy breakfast, skillet pancake, easy breakfast, brunch recipe

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