Triple Berry German Pancakes
"A lovely pancake for 2. German pancakes are what my mom called them, but they are also known as Dutch Babies. By whatever name, they are delicious and look impressive!"
Original is 2 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (299.5 g)
- Calories 410.2
- Total Fat - 18.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 9.7 g
- Cholesterol - 242.2 mg
- Sodium - 115.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 51.8 g
- Dietary Fiber - 4.4 g
- Sugars - 31.9 g
- Protein - 11 g
- Calcium - 85.5 mg
- Iron - 1.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 23.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Blend milk, flour, eggs, sugar, vanilla and zests in a food processor or blender.
Step 2
Process until smooth. (Or whisk by hand)
Step 3
Place butter in 10 inch pie plate or cast iron skillet and let melt in 400ºF oven. (12 inch skillet if you double recipe)
Step 4
Swirl pan to evenly spread butter.
Step 5
Pour batter into pan and bake for 15 minutes.
Step 6
Lower heat to 350ºF and bake for another 15 minutes, until pancake is golden brown and nicely puffed.
Step 7
Either slide pancake onto platter, or keep in pan and spread with optional mascarpone or lemon curd and sprinkle on powdered sugar.
Step 8
Scatter the berries on top and serve immediately or let people add toppings as desired.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- If using fresh berries, make sure to wash them thoroughly before adding them to the recipe.
- If you don't have any mascarpone cheese on hand, you can use cream cheese as a substitute.
- Substitute almond milk for the regular milk for a dairy-free option. This substitution will help those with dairy allergies or sensitivities to still enjoy this delicious recipe.
- Substitute coconut oil for the butter to make the recipe vegan. This substitution will allow vegans to enjoy the same delicious flavor without the need for animal products.
Cinnamon-Raisin Pancakes Omit the orange and lemon zests, add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of raisins to the batter before pouring it into the pan. Bake as directed.
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FAQ
Q: How do I make sure the pancake is golden brown?
A: Make sure to bake the pancake for 15 minutes at a high temperature, then lower the heat to 350°F and bake for another 15 minutes until it is golden brown.
Q: How do I prevent the pancake from burning?
A: Monitor the pancake while it is baking and adjust the temperature as needed. Check the pancake regularly to make sure it does not burn.
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Fun facts:
The Dutch Baby Pancake is a classic German dish that has been around since the early 1900s. It was popularized by a Seattle restaurant, Manca's Cafe, in the 1940s and is still enjoyed today.
The Triple Berry German Pancake has been a favorite of celebrities for years. It was served to the cast of the hit sitcom Friends during their 10-year run, and singer Taylor Swift has been known to enjoy a version of the dish at her favorite diner.