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Blueberry Lemon Dutch Baby

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, German-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fluffy, golden Dutch Baby pancake infused with fresh lemon zest and bursting with juicy blueberries. Light, airy, and slightly custardy, this dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.


Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh blueberries
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a blender, mix flour, milk, eggs, sugar, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Carefully remove the hot skillet, add butter, and swirl to coat.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Pour batter into the skillet, then scatter blueberries evenly over the top.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Bake for 20–22 minutes until puffed and golden brown at the edges.
  6. Finishing Touches: Dust generously with powdered sugar and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Slice into wedges and serve warm straight from the skillet.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and milk for maximum puff.
  • Don’t open the oven door while baking or the Dutch Baby may deflate.
  • Batter can be prepared the night before and refrigerated.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 of pancake)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg

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