Decadent Apple Dutch Baby

Decadent Apple Dutch Baby

45 mins
medium
6 servings

A fluffy, golden-brown Dutch baby pancake topped with sweet caramelized apples, perfect for brunch or a special occasion.

BreakfastBrunchDessert

Equipment Needed

  • 10-inch cast iron skillet
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 4.00 largeEggs
  • 0.75 cupHalf-and-half
  • 1.00 teaspoonVanilla Extract(Pure vanilla extract recommended)
  • 4.00 tablespoonsMelted Butter(Divided for pan and topping)
  • 0.75 cupAll-purpose Flour
  • 0.25 teaspoonSalt
  • 1.00 largeHoneycrisp Apples(Peeled and thinly sliced)
  • 0.25 cupBrown Sugar
  • 0.50 teaspoonGround Cinnamon
  • 1.00 pinchGround Nutmeg
  • 2.00 tablespoonsPowdered Sugar(For dusting)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsMaple Syrup(For serving)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet inside.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Whisk eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons butter until combined. Add flour and salt; whisk until smooth.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Combine sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl; toss to coat.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Remove hot skillet from oven and place on stovetop. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Arrange apple slices over butter.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

Pour batter evenly over apples. Return skillet to oven.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up. Do not open oven for first 15 minutes.

Estimated time: 20 minutes

7

Remove from oven and dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately with maple syrup.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

8

Cut into wedges and serve immediately.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Enjoy your Instagram-worthy creation!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup.

Estimated time: 1 minutes