and French Crepes. And while all three of these recipes contain the same basic ingredients, it’s the cooking methods that make them all unique!

When it comes to German pancakes, they are cooked as one whole “cake”, in a roaring hot skillet, in the oven. There’s no flipping involved, and everyone can share!

As it bakes, the sides of the Dutch Baby will puff up and rise tall above the edges of the pan, creating a golden brown crust surrounding a tender, custardy center.

Here’s what you need to make this fluffy German pancake recipe:

Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Have everyone at the breakfast table waiting, so that they can enjoy it fresh and hot with their favorite toppings.

I don’t expect that you’ll have any leftovers. Technically the recipe is six servings, but this can also serve 2 or 3 people with slightly bigger appetites.

Serve this large German pancake by slicing it into wedges. You can add toppings to each piece individually, or add them to the entire thing before cutting into it.

You can go as simple or as fancy with your Dutch baby pancake as you like! A quick dusting of powdered sugar with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing can be just enough, or go bigger with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

On the side, I suggest a really delicious cup of coffee. Learn how I make mine in a Moka pot!

I love making a smoked salmon platter with bagels when I’m looking for a savory light meal.

Yes, you can. You can make a Dutch baby in any type of oven-safe 10-inch skillet. You can also use a 10-inch round cake pan, or a 9-inch square cake pan.

If you decide to use a smaller pan than is called for, you will end up with a thicker, more eggy German pancake. You can also use a slightly larger pan, but try not to deviate too far from the 10-inch pan that I used here.

To make enough German pancake for a crowd, double the recipe and cook it in a 9×13-inch baking pan. You can also just make it in two skillets.

At one point a restaurant in Seattle was making these Deutsch (German) pancakes in single-serving, miniature versions. It’s thought that the name Dutch Baby was simply a mispronunciation or Americanization of the word for German.

You might also like to try my Cottage Cheese Pancakes! They’re a protein packed breakfast option that everyone loves.

to make for any special morning! Save this recipe for your next brunch party, or make it this weekend for your family.