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German Pancake (Dutch Baby)

This protein-packed pancake is hands down my favorite breakfast! It’s not only delicious but also satisfying and perfect for fueling the day. I love making a double batch—baking them in two 9×13 pans for easy serving or using individual 8-inch pie pans for a personal touch. These pancakes pair beautifully with a variety of toppings, whether it’s a homemade fruit sauce or fresh fruit. My personal favorite? A generous serving of my homemade Apple Pie Topping, which you can find in the Sauces and Syrups section of my Recipes.

Ingredients:

4 Tbsp. Butter (to melt in the pan)

1 cup Whole Milk

1 cup Unbleached Flour

1/2 cup Sourdough Discard

6 large Eggs

1 Tbsp. Sugar

1 tsp. Vanilla Extract

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Place butter in a 9×13 pan and place in the over only until melted. Be sure to swirl the pan around to coat the bottom with the melted butter.
  • Add all other ingredients to a large mixing bowl and whisk together well.
  • Pour the batter into the 9×13 pan after the butter has been melted.
  • Place in the oven and bake at 425 degrees for 25 minutes.
  • This pancake will look puffy and fluffy when removed from the oven but will deflate as it cools.
  • Top with your favorite topping or syrup
  • Enjoy!