This classic Dutch baby is light, airy, and golden brown—a perfect blend of pancake and popover. Made in a cast-iron skillet, it’s an effortless yet impressive breakfast dish that pairs beautifully with sweet or savory toppings.
Recipe Information
Total Time:
Yield:
4
Ingredients
¾ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons ultrafine pure cane granulated sugar
¾ teaspoons coarse kosher salt
3 large eggs, at room temperature
¾ cup half-and-half, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted Irish butter
Directions
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ultrafine sugar and salt; set aside.
For batter, in a blender, place eggs, half-and-half and vanilla. Cover and blend on medium for 1 minute. Add flour mixture. Cover and blend on medium-high for 30 to 60 seconds or until combined. Set batter aside for 10 minutes.
Place a 9-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven. Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove hot skillet from oven and add butter; tilt skillet to coat bottom and side with melted butter. Blend batter on medium-high for 1 to 2 seconds; slowly pour into skillet.
Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven; immediately top Dutch baby with desired toppings and serve.