Description
A delicious, airy Perfect Dutch Baby recipe: a puffed golden pancake with orange-zest cream cheese topping. The ultimate 35-minute festive brunch.
Ingredients
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature
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1 tbsp sugar
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
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2 tbsp orange zest, divided
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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3 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
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Preheat: Set oven to 425°F.
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Blend: Mix eggs, flour, milk, sugar, 1 tbsp zest, vanilla, and nutmeg until smooth.
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Melt: Melt butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven.
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Bake: Pour batter into the hot skillet. Bake for 20 mins (do not open door).
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Set: Reduce to 300°F and bake 5 more mins.
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Topping: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and cream until fluffy. Fold in 1 tbsp zest.
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Serve: Top the sliced pancake and serve warm.
Notes
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Internal Link: This sweet brunch pairs beautifully with our savory Stuffed Chicken Breasts for a weekend feast.
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Temp Check: Ensure milk and eggs are room temperature for the maximum rise.
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Timing: Serve immediately as the pancake will naturally deflate after a few minutes.
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Skillet: A cast-iron skillet is essential for the best crispy edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Entire recipe
- Calories: ~2,150 kcal
- Sugar: ~55 g
- Sodium: ~1,050 mg
- Fat: ~155 g
- Saturated Fat: ~90 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~55 g
- Trans Fat: ~2 g
- Carbohydrates: ~135 g
- Fiber: ~5 g
- Protein: ~60 g
- Cholesterol: ~1,350 mg
Keywords: Perfect Dutch Baby, Orange Cream Cheese Pancake, Puffed Pancake Recipe, Cast Iron Breakfast, 35 Minute Brunch, Festive Morning Meal, German Pancake, Easy Dutch Baby