German Pancake

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Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup milk (whole milk preferred)

  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar, lemon juice, berries, maple syrup

👩‍🍳 How to Make a German Pancake:

🔹 Step 1: Preheat Everything!

  1. Place a 9-inch cast-iron skillet (or oven-safe pan) in the oven.

  2. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F) — the hot pan helps puff the pancake up!

🔹 Step 2: Blend the Batter

  1. In a blender, combine eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt.

  2. Blend until smooth (around 30 seconds). Let it rest while the oven heats.

🔹 Step 3: Butter It Up

  1. Once the oven is hot, carefully take the pan out.

  2. Add butter — it should melt and sizzle. Swirl it around to coat the bottom and sides.

🔹 Step 4: Pour and Bake

  1. Pour the batter into the hot buttery pan.

  2. Bake immediately for 18–20 minutes — it will puff up dramatically!

🍽️ Serve with Love:

  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar, add a splash of lemon juice, or top with berries, whipped cream, or Nutella.

  • Best served hot and fresh — it deflates quickly but still tastes dreamy!

❤️ Human Touch:

This is one of those weekend breakfasts that feels extra special. There’s a moment of joy watching the pancake rise in the oven — like edible magic. My favorite part? Sitting by the window with a hot coffee and a slice of this, dusted in sugar and love.

💡 Tips & Variations:

  • For a savory twist, skip the sugar and vanilla — add herbs and cheese!

  • Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.

  • Try adding cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy spice kick.

Health Tip: The pancake itself is just 150 calories and 7g fat. For a nutritious spin, fill it with sautéed fresh fruit and a dusting of confectioners’ sugar, or go savory with some leftover cubed turkey, gravy and herbs.
Nutrition Facts
1 piece pancake with 1/4 cup syrup: 428 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 203mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (42g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.

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