Best 7 Taste Of Home German Pancake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of German pancakes, a unique and delightful breakfast dish. Originating in the heart of Germany, these pancakes are renowned for their fluffy and airy texture, crispy edges, and tantalizing fillings. Unlike traditional American pancakes, German pancakes are baked in a large skillet in the oven, resulting in a golden-brown masterpiece that is sure to impress. This article presents a collection of three exceptional German pancake recipes that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences. From the classic German pancake with its simple yet satisfying flavor to the Dutch baby pancake with its tangy lemon and powdered sugar topping, and the hearty ham and cheese German pancake that is perfect for a savory breakfast or brunch, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Germany.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GERMAN APPLE PANCAKE



German Apple Pancake image

If you're looking for a pretty dish to make when having guests for brunch, try this. Everyone I've served it to has enjoyed it-except for one time, that is, when my husband tried to make it following my recipe, which I'd written down incorrectly! If you don't leave out the flour as I did, it'll turn out terrific! -Judi Van Beek, Lynden, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

PANCAKE:
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup 2% milk
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons butter
TOPPING:
2 tart baking apples, peeled and sliced
3 to 4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sugar
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat a 10-in. cast-iron skillet in a 425° oven. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the eggs, milk, flour, salt and nutmeg; cover and process until smooth. , Add butter to hot skillet; return to oven until butter bubbles. Pour batter into skillet. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until pancake puffs and edges are browned and crisp. , For topping, in a skillet, combine the apples, butter and sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until apples are tender. Spoon into baked pancake. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Cut and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GERMAN PANCAKE (AKA DUTCH BABY) RECIPE BY TASTY



German Pancake (aka Dutch Baby) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large eggs, granulated sugar, salt, milk, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, butter, butter, powdered sugar, sliced strawberry

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large eggs
1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
¾ cup milk, warm
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons butter
powdered sugar, for serving
sliced strawberry, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
  • Combine the eggs, granulated sugar, salt, milk, vanilla, flour and melted butter in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Preheat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes. Melt the butter in the skillet. Pour the batter into the heated skillet and then immediately, and carefully, move the skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The pancake is done when it is a rich amber color and the sides have risen considerably. Carefully remove the pancake from the skillet and let cool slightly on a wire rack.
  • Serve warm with powdered sugar and sliced strawberries.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 3 grams

OLD-WORLD PUFF PANCAKE



Old-World Puff Pancake image

My mom told me her mother-in-law showed her how to make this dish, which became popular during the Depression, on their "get acquainted" visit in 1927. At that time, cooks measured ingredients in pinches, dashes and dibs. But through the years, accurate amounts were noted. My wife and I continue to enjoy this dish today, particularly for brunch. -Auton Miller, Piney Flats, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Confectioners' sugar
Lemon wedges
Syrup, optional
Fresh raspberries, optional

Steps:

  • Place butter in a 10-in. ovenproof skillet; place in a 425° oven until melted, 2-3 minutes. In a blender, process the eggs, milk, flour, sugar and nutmeg until smooth. Pour into prepared skillet. , Bake at 425° until puffed and browned, 16-18 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve with lemon wedges and, if desired, syrup and raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

THE BEST EVER PANCAKES



The Best Ever Pancakes image

I'm not joking when I say I make pancakes every weekend. I love them in any form and variation. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: Mixed fresh berries, whipped cream, maple syrup and butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the first 5 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk remaining ingredients; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Preheat griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease griddle. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto griddle; cook until bubbles on top begin to pop and bottoms are golden brown. Turn; cook until second side is golden brown. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 817mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

TASTE OF HOME GERMAN PANCAKE



Taste of Home German Pancake image

This is a great recipe too, for German Pancakes.

Provided by Penny Hall

Categories     Pancakes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 eggs
1 c milk
1 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
2 Tbsp butter, melted

Steps:

  • 1. Ingredients 6 eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter, melted BUTTERMILK SYRUP: 1-1/2 cups sugar 3/4 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup butter 2 tablespoons corn syrup 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Confectioners' sugar
  • 2. Directions In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, flour and salt; cover and process until smooth. Pour the butter into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; add the batter. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the first five syrup ingredients; bring to a boil. Boil for 7 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Dust pancake with confectioners' sugar; serve immediately with the syrup. Yield: 8 servings (about 2 cups syrup). Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 428 calories, 19 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 203 mg cholesterol, 543 mg sodium, 56 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 8 g protein.

GERMAN PANCAKE



German Pancake image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup milk, warmed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vegetable shortening
Confectioners' sugar
Marinated Berries or Glazed Apples and Pears, recipes follow
Serving suggestion: Maple syrup
2 tablespoons sugar
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, and seeds scraped out with a knife and reserved
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, and seeds scraped out with a knife and reserved
Grated zest of 1/2 lemon
Grated zest of 1/2 orange
1 cup water
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 pint raspberries
1/2 pint blueberries, rinsed
1/2 pint strawberries, rinsed, tops trimmed, halved or quartered, if large
3 small Granny Smith apples or other tart baking apple (about 1 1/4 pounds)
3 Bosc pears (about 1 1/4 pounds)
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup unsalted butter
Grated zest of 2 oranges, plus their juice
Two 3-inch-long cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons Calvados, Apple Jack, or brandy (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, sugar, milk, vanilla, and butter. Whisk in the flour to make a smooth batter. Set aside.
  • Heat a well-seasoned 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven for 10 minutes. Remove and brush the inside with the shortening. Pour in the batter and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Lower the oven to 350 degrees F. and continue baking until puffed and golden brown, about 13 to 15 minutes more. Run a knife around the edge of the skillet. Sift the confectioners' sugar over the pancake. Serve immediately in the skillet with maple syrup, marinated berries, or glazed apples and pears.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, vanilla bean and seeds, citrus zests, and water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer very gently until syrupy, about 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the citrus juices. Combine the berries in a bowl. Strain the warm syrup over the berries and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes. Serve.
  • Peel, core, and cut both the apples and pears into 3/4-inch wedges. In a medium bowl, toss the fruit with the lemon juice.
  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sugar, orange zest, and cinnamon sticks and stir until sugar is dissolved. Add the fruit, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook, shaking the pan frequently, until glazed, about 10 minutes. Raise the heat to high, add the orange juice, and cook until the fruit is easily pierced with a paring knife, about 1 minute more. If desired, add the Calvados. If cooking on a gas burner, carefully tip the pan toward the flame to flambe the alcohol; if cooking over an electric element, hold a long match near the mixture. Swirl the pan over the heat until the flame subsides. Serve warm.

GERMAN PANCAKES II



German Pancakes II image

A childhood favorite of mine. We eat it every Sunday morning. Golden pan style egg dish, with lots of big bubbles while baking. Serve with maple syrup.

Provided by BRENNASPITZ

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Pancake Recipes     Baked Pancake Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
6 eggs, lightly beaten
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Melt butter in a medium baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, mix flour, milk, eggs and salt. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake on center rack in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 209.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Tips:

- Use a large ovenproof skillet or griddle for even cooking. - Preheat the skillet or griddle over medium heat before adding the batter. - Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a tough pancake. - Cook the pancake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is cooked through. - Serve the pancake immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

The Taste of Home German Pancake is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. With its light and fluffy texture and slightly sweet flavor, this pancake is sure to please everyone at the table. Follow these tips for the best results, and enjoy this classic German recipe!

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