Easy Dutch Babies Recipe | How to Make a Dutch Baby (2024)

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These homemade dutch babies are a delicious cross between a baked pancake and a buttery souffle. This easy recipe is a brunch favorite!

Oh, Dutch Babies….how do I love thee? All that buttery goodness, clumps of powdered sugar, crispy crust and light-but-dense center, drizzled with real maple syrup and oozing with down-home goodness. Honestly, although my family likes a lot of different things, there is truly only one dish that can make all four of us downright giddy in anticipation. It is the one dish that we always make for special occasions, for guests, birthdays, & holidays. It is hands down my family’s favorite breakfast.

So what are they? I’m not really sure how to even describe it–a cross between a baked pancake and a soufflé, I suppose, but with none of the stress. I don’t think they are even really Dutch, because although my heritage is 100% Dutch, I tried them for the first time courtesy of my very NON Dutch sister-in-law, Jackie. If anyone knows their origin, please feel free to leave a comment below!

No two Dutch Babies are ever quite the same, but barring some unforeseen disaster, they are all delicious (as those of you who have tried them probably already know.) The best part? You are almost guaranteed to have the ingredients on hand! We have yet to find someone who didn’t love them, but I guess you just never know! If you do try it, please let me know what you think!

Homemade Dutch Babies

Here is what you need:

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter

6 eggs

1 1/2 cup milk

1 tablespoon vanilla (optional)

1 1/2 cup flour

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

powdered sugar (optional)

maple syrup

Step 1: Remove one rack from your oven or set racks so that there is a lot of space between them. Preheat oven to 425 degrees;Cut the butter into chunks and place butter in 9×13 casserole dish, then place in oven for butter to melt.

Step 2: While the butter is melting, mix eggs with mixer or blender for one minute. Add milk and vanilla while motor is still running, then add flour and cinnamon until well mixed, about 30 seconds more, but do not over mix.

Step 3: Remove dish from oven and pour in egg mixture over hot melted butter; bake until puffy and browned, about 14-20 minutes. (Be sure to watch closely the first time!)

Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle with generous dusting of powdered sugar. Serve with a side of maple syrup. It is also delicious with sliced strawberries.

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Dutch Babies

The perfect easy-but-delicious weekend breakfast recipe sure to become a fast family favorite!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine German

Keyword Dutch Babies

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • powdered sugar optional
  • maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Remove one rack from your oven or set racks so there is a lot of space between them. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

  2. Cut the butter into chunks and place butter in 9x13 casserole dish, then place in oven for butter to melt.

  3. While the butter is melting, mix eggs with mixer or blender for one minute. Add milk and vanilla while motor is still running, then add flour and cinnamon until well mixed, about 30 seconds more, but do not over mix.

  4. Remove dish from oven and pour in egg mixture over hot melted butter; bake until puffy and browned, about 14-20 minutes. (Be sure to watch closely the first time!)

  5. Remove from oven and sprinkle with generous dusting of powdered sugar. Serve with a side of maple syrup. It is also delicious with sliced strawberries.

Other breakfast recipes you’ll love:

  • Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Easy Sausage Gravy
  • Lemon Zucchini Pancakes
  • Easy Cinnamon Roll Waffles

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FAQs

What is a Dutch baby made of? ›

Dutch Baby Ingredients

Eggs and milk: This light and fluffy Dutch baby recipe starts with two eggs whisked with milk. Flour: All-purpose flour lends structure and helps hold the batter together. Seasonings: These sweet Dutch babies are flavored with nutmeg and a pinch of salt.

Why isn t my Dutch baby puffing up? ›

If your Dutch baby did not puff up, here are a few troubleshooting tips for making the perfect Dutch baby pancakes: Cold Pan: Be sure the pan is heating up in the oven while the oven is preheating. The pan should be hot when adding the batter. Not Enough Butter: Coat the hot pan with plenty of butter.

What makes a Dutch baby rise? ›

The magic that makes that Dutch baby pancake rise to its signature heights is simple: Steam! The combination of air that's whipped into the eggs when you mix the batter and the super hot cast-iron skillet (and oven) create the conditions needed for the lift we love.

Do you have to use a cast iron skillet for a Dutch baby? ›

The pan doesn't have to be cast iron; you can use any oven-safe pan or baking dish of a similar size. I've even done them in a pie dish!

Is a Dutch baby like a Yorkshire pudding? ›

Dutch babies, popovers, German pancakes, Yorkshire pudding are all the same thing just different names. Technically these are all baked puddings and delicious. Try serving them with my delicious strawberry syrup.

What is another name for a Dutch baby pancake? ›

A dutch baby pancake is sometimes referred to as a puff pancake, a dutch puff, or a German pancake. It is essentially a large popover or Yorkshire pudding with a custardy base and crisp tall edges. It is typically served for breakfast.

Why does my Dutch baby taste eggy? ›

This texture is a result of a thinner, more liquid batter that's poured into a hot skillet and baked in a high-temperature oven. The result? A puffy, golden delight that's a visual and textural delight. Flavour-wise, Dutch babies offer a more eggy and buttery taste compared to pancakes.

Why did my Dutch baby deflate? ›

It's totally normal for a Dutch baby pancake to deflate after pulling it out the oven. It's one of those baked goods that needs to be eaten immediately after baking.

Why does my Dutch baby stick to the pan? ›

You need something nonstick and ovenproof, because this dutch baby recipe is so egg-heavy and otherwise risks sticking to the bottom of the pan. Also make sure you're using a hot pan here, as it's essential for your puffy pancake to get that head start on the heat with a preheated skillet.

What's the difference between a German pancake and American pancake? ›

How are German Pancakes different than American Pancakes? German pancakes use a whole lot more eggs and no added leavening agent. German Pancakes are also baked in the oven to a golden perfection.

Who invented the Dutch baby? ›

Many credit Seattle's Maca Cafe for adapting the recipe in the early 20th century. Legend has it that when Victor Maca's daughter first saw the German-derived dish, she mispronounced Deutsch (“German”) as “Dutch,” and the Dutch baby was born.

Do Dutch babies sleep more? ›

Many Dutch parents emphasize rest and regularity for their infants. 8-Month-old Dutch babies slept 1.67 h more than U.S. babies. They also showed a more mature pattern of Quiet Sleep. The differences correspond to parental beliefs and practices.

What can you not cook in a cast iron Dutch oven? ›

4 Foods You Shouldn't Cook in Cast Iron
  • Acidic foods (unless you make it snappy) ...
  • Fish (particularly delicate varieties) ...
  • Eggs. ...
  • Skillet brownies (if you just fried a batch of chicken last night) ...
  • A lot more (if your skillet isn't properly seasoned)
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What is another name for a Dutch baby? ›

A Dutch baby pancake, sometimes called a German pancake, a Bismarck, a Dutch puff, Hooligan, or a Hootenanny, is a dish that is similar to a large Yorkshire pudding.

Do I really need a cast iron Dutch oven? ›

A cast-iron Dutch oven will give you better results than an Instant Pot any day,” says Lance Nitahara, an assistant professor at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. In fact, this one pot can replace your slow cooker, stock pot, pasta pot, loaf pan, and deep fryer.

What does a Dutch baby taste like? ›

What Is a Dutch Baby Pancake and What Does it Taste Like? Dutch baby pancakes are sort of a cross between a crepe, a popover, and a very thin pancake, and they are fantastic. You get a little bit of crepe pancake from the bottom and unbelievably amazing puffy, popover-y, buttery crust around the edges. I'm 100% hooked.

What makes Dutch pancakes different? ›

What's the difference between a Dutch pancake and an American pancake? A Dutch pancake is usually larger and much thinner than the thick and fluffy American pancakes. If you order a Dutch pancake at PANCAKES Amsterdam, you will get a delicious thin pancake with a diameter of 32 centimeters.

What is the origin of the Dutch baby pancake? ›

The most well-acknowledged origin story of Dutch baby pancakes was birthed in a Seattle diner called Manca's Cafe. According to the Everett Herald, It happened when Italian-American Victor Manca created them using custom-made Dutch baby pans as a quick turnover breakfast item.

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