Heavenly Cinnamon-Scented Dutch Baby Pancake

Ingredients

- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- A pinch of ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 425°F (218°C) and place a medium-sized cast-iron skillet inside while preheating. This step ensures that the skillet is hot when adding the batter, which is key for perfect results.

2. Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, and a pinch of ground nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
- Gradually add the milk and vanilla extract to the eggs, whisking continuously to combine.

3. Combine Ingredients:
- Slowly add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until smooth and lump-free. Let it rest for about 10 minutes. This allows the flour to properly hydrate and results in a tender pancake.

4. Melt the Butter:
- Remove the preheated skillet from the oven carefully (it will be very hot) and add the unsalted butter, swirling to coat the entire surface evenly. Make sure the butter is fully melted but not browned or burnt.

5. Cook the Dutch Baby:
- Pour the rested batter into the hot, buttered skillet, then immediately return it to the oven. Bake for about 15-18 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed up and golden brown at the edges. Do not open the oven during this time, as it could cause the pancake to deflate.

6. Serve:
- Once fully baked, remove the Dutch baby from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes as it will deflate slightly. Dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve immediately with your choice of maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

Total Time

PT33M
33 minutes

Type of Dish

Breakfast

Keywords

Dutch Baby Pancake, Breakfast, Oven Baked, Gourmet Recipe, Easy Pancake, Cinnamon Pancake, Cast Iron Cooking, Fluffy Pancake, Sweet Breakfast, Dutch Baby

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

600 calories

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