Easy Dutch Baby Pancake with Lemon Sugar
This easy Dutch baby pancake puffs dramatically in a hot cast iron skillet, creating a light, custardy center with crispy edges. Topped with fresh lemon sugar for a bright, citrusy flavor!
Servings: 4
Calories: 230kcal
Ingredients
For the Dutch Baby Pancake:
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup whole milk or 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Lemon Sugar:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- zest of 1 lemon
Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- PREHEAT: Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven and preheat to 400°F.
- PREPARE LEMON SUGAR: Mix sugar and lemon zest in a food processor. Pulse until combined and fragrant. Set aside.¼ cup granulated sugar, zest of 1 lemon
- BLEND BATTER: Add eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to a blender. Blend on high speed for 15 seconds, scrape down sides, then blend 5-10 seconds more until smooth.3 large eggs, ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup whole milk, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon salt
- BUTTER SKILLET: Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add butter and swirl to coat the bottom and sides completely.3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- BAKE: Immediately pour batter into the hot buttered skillet and return to oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- SERVE: Remove from oven and top with lemon sugar, fresh berries, maple syrup, and whipped cream if desired. Slice into wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Room-temperature eggs and milk will help give you the best rise.
- A well-seasoned cast iron skillet will prevent sticking.
- Store leftover lemon sugar in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 515IU | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg
