Bake a blueberry lemon Dutch baby that is light and fluffy, because this easy oven pancake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk or plant-based milk
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tbsp butter or dairy-free butter
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: First, preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Meanwhile, place butter in a cast-iron skillet and heat until melted.
- Make the batter: Next, blend eggs, milk, flour, sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
- Bake: Then, pour the batter into the hot skillet and scatter blueberries on top.
- Cook: After that, bake for 18–22 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Serve: Finally, dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Tips for the Best Dutch Baby
- First, use room-temperature ingredients for better rise.
- Additionally, preheat the pan well to create crispy edges.
- Moreover, do not open the oven during baking.
- Finally, serve right away, because the pancake deflates quickly.
Variations
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Dairy-Free: Additionally, use plant-based milk and butter.
- Extra Citrus: Furthermore, add orange zest for a twist.
- Berry Mix: Also, replace blueberries with raspberries or strawberries.
Health Benefits
- Since blueberries are rich in antioxidants, they support heart and brain health.
- Additionally, lemon provides vitamin C and fresh flavor.
- Moreover, this baked pancake uses less oil than fried versions.
- Therefore, it feels lighter yet satisfying.
Nutrition Facts (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Protein: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Dietary Fiber: 2 g
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Sugar: 12 g
Kid-Friendly Version
- First, reduce lemon juice for a milder taste.
- Additionally, add extra blueberries for natural sweetness.
- Moreover, cut into wedges for easy eating.
- Finally, serve with maple syrup or yogurt on the side.
