Description
Savor golden German apple pancake, a delightful breakfast classic straight from Bavaria’s culinary heart. Crisp edges, caramelized apples, and delicate cinnamon embrace each delectable bite, inviting you to explore this comforting morning treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 4 medium apples
Batter Components:
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Cooking/Finishing Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F, ensuring a hot environment for the pancake’s dramatic rise and golden transformation.
- Whisk flour, eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl until the batter becomes smooth and free of lumps, creating a silky foundation for the pancake.
- Peel and slice apples into thin, uniform wedges, preparing them for a delightful caramelized texture during baking.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, melting butter and vegetable oil to create a rich, non-stick cooking surface.
- Arrange apple slices in a decorative pattern across the bottom of the skillet, allowing them to slightly caramelize and develop a golden-brown edge.
- Pour the prepared batter evenly over the arranged apples, ensuring complete coverage and a consistent layer.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for the pancake to puff up dramatically and turn a deep golden-brown color.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes, allowing the pancake to settle and maintain its impressive structure.
- Carefully invert the pancake onto a serving plate, revealing the beautifully caramelized apple layer on top.
- Dust with powdered sugar and optionally drizzle with heavy cream for an extra touch of indulgence before serving immediately.
Notes
- Precision matters when whisking the batter, eliminating lumps ensures a smooth, velvety texture that rises perfectly in the oven.
- Cast-iron skillets provide unbeatable heat distribution and create a crispy, golden-brown exterior that traditional pans can’t achieve.
- Slice apples uniformly to guarantee even caramelization and consistent cooking throughout the pancake’s surface.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free blend, maintaining the recipe’s delicate structure and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg