German Pancake Puff Pancake

Elevate your breakfast game with this show-stopping German Pancake, also known as a Puff Pancake! With just a handful of pantry staples—eggs, milk, flour, and a touch of sugar and vanilla—this impressive dish comes together in under 30 minutes. Baked in a sizzling hot skillet, the batter puffs dramatically in the oven, creating a golden, airy masterpiece with irresistibly crispy edges. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of fresh lemon juice, this versatile pancake is perfect for a special brunch or a quick yet indulgent weekday breakfast. Serve it straight from the oven for a warm and comforting treat that’s sure to wow your family and friends!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 0.75 cups milk
• 0.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons (for topping) powdered sugar
• 4 pieces lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch oven-safe skillet (preferably cast iron) in the oven to warm up as the oven preheats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy and well combined, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the milk, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to the eggs. Mix until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add the unsalted butter. Swirl the skillet to melt the butter and ensure it coats the bottom and sides evenly.

Step 5

Pour the prepared batter into the hot, buttered skillet and immediately return it to the preheated oven.

Step 6

Bake the pancake for 18-20 minutes, or until it is puffed up dramatically and golden brown around the edges.

Step 7

Turn off the oven and let the pancake rest in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 2 minutes to prevent it from collapsing too quickly.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the pancake generously with powdered sugar. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	517.7 grams (517.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	967

Total Fat 43.10g	55%
Saturated Fat 21.10g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 637mg	212%
Sodium 1471mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 108.50g	39%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 38.00g
Protein 34.40g	69%

Vitamin D 204IU	1018%
Calcium 338mg	26%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 630mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 45.2%