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Mini German Pancakes Recipe

4.7 from 149 reviews

These Mini German Pancakes are airy, golden, and delightfully fluffy bites with a subtle vanilla sweetness. Baked in a hot muffin tin, they puff up beautifully and offer a perfect combination of crisp edges and tender centers. Ideal for a breakfast treat or brunch, they’re easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Other

  • 4 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a muffin tin inside to warm up. This helps the batter start cooking immediately when poured, contributing to the pancakes’ characteristic puffiness.
  2. Blend the Batter: In a blender, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup milk, 4 large eggs, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Blend until the batter is completely smooth and uniform, ensuring a tender texture.
  3. Add Butter to Muffin Cups: Carefully remove the hot muffin tin from the oven. Add 1/2 tablespoon of butter into each muffin cup. The butter melts right away, creating a crispy, flavorful base for the pancakes.
  4. Pour Batter into Muffin Tin: Quickly pour the blended batter into each muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full to allow room for rising without overflowing.
  5. Bake the Pancakes: Place the muffin tin back in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. The pancakes will puff up significantly and develop a lovely golden brown color on top and edges.
  6. Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and serve immediately. These mini German pancakes are perfect with syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Make sure the muffin tin is very hot before adding the batter to help achieve maximum puffiness.
  • You can substitute milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version, though texture may slightly vary.
  • These pancakes are best served immediately as they deflate upon cooling.
  • Feel free to add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor in the batter.
  • Butter quantity can be adjusted slightly based on preference for crispiness.

Keywords: Mini German Pancakes, Dutch Baby, Breakfast, Brunch, Baked Pancakes, Easy Pancake Recipe