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German Pancakes Recipe

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This German Pancakes recipe yields a light, fluffy, and golden oven-baked treat that’s perfectly puffed and slightly crispy around the edges. Made with simple ingredients like eggs, flour, milk, and butter, these pancakes are baked in a hot buttered pan to create a delightful texture. Ideal for breakfast or brunch, they’re best served warm with confectioner’s sugar, fresh berries, whipped cream, and maple syrup.

  • Total Time: 25-33 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cut into tablespoon pieces)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup milk (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 large eggs (at room temperature)

For Serving

  • Confectioner’s sugar
  • Berries (optional)
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees F and allow it to fully preheat to ensure the pan is hot when you add the butter.
  2. Melt the butter in the pan: Place the butter pieces in a 9×13-inch pan, then put the pan in the oven for 2 to 5 minutes until the butter is fully melted and hot.
  3. Mix dry and wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and kosher salt. Pour in the milk and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
  4. Beat the eggs: Crack the eggs into a medium bowl, then add them one at a time to the flour mixture, beating well between each addition to ensure a fluffy batter. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Prepare the pan with hot butter: Remove the pan from the oven and swirl it so the melted butter coats the bottom evenly. The butter needs to be hot so it sizzles when the batter hits it.
  6. Pour in the batter: Slowly pour the batter into the pan using a figure-8 swirling motion to distribute it evenly and help it puff up during baking.
  7. Bake the pancakes: Place the pan back in the oven and bake for 15 to 23 minutes or until the pancake is puffed up and lightly golden brown on top.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven, dust with confectioner’s sugar, cut into squares, and serve immediately with berries, whipped cream, and maple syrup if desired.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and milk to ensure the batter mixes smoothly and helps the pancakes puff up.
  • Make sure the butter in the pan is hot before adding batter, as this creates the signature crispy edges.
  • You can customize toppings based on preference—fresh fruit, powdered sugar, or syrup all complement the pancakes beautifully.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor; the pancakes will deflate as they cool.
  • A 9×13-inch pan is ideal for even cooking and puffing; smaller pans may affect cooking time.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-23 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/german-pancakes-recipe/