Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (2024)

in Winter, Breakfast, Fall, Pancakes


Jump To RecipeCranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (1)Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (2)Save to Recipe Box

This post may contain affiliate links. I make a small commission for purchases made through these links.

Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (3)

Well, it’s that time of year again. The time that I buy bags and bags (and more bags) of cranberries and hoard them in my freezer. I was in Sam’s Club last month and they had the biggest bag of cranberries I’ve ever seen, it had to be at least 5 pounds. Since it was right before Thanksgiving I had absolutely no extra space in my freezer so I didn’t buy the giant bag of cranberries (even though I really wanted to). I figured I would get them later but, of course, the cranberries were nowhere to be found on my recent trips back to the store. Despite that, I still had several bags sitting in my freezer and I decided it was finally time to use them!

Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (4)

This dutch baby pancake has been one of my favorite go-to breakfasts (or more likely, breakfast-for-dinner) since I got my first cast-iron skillet. If you’ve never made one before, it’s sort of a giant pancake and an omelet combined. The batter is poured into a skillet and you cook it in the oven until it’s big and puffy. It deflates a bit after you take it out of the oven but it still has a soft and fluffy texture.

Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (5)

I’ve made many variations of this recipe in past. Like any pancake, you can add chocolate chips or blueberries or bananas or whatever you like. I wanted to make a winter version of this pancake and the combination of cranberry and orange sounded perfect. The cranberries add a nice tart bite to the pancake and the orange syrup has a bright, sweet taste.

If you’re looking for an easy, satisfying breakfast this is a good one since it only takes 5 minutes to mix (you can use your blender!) and 20 minutes to cook. It’s perfect for a lazy weekend morning when you don’t feel like standing around and flipping individual pancakes.

Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (6)

Print This Recipe

adapted from Everyday Food, syrup from Taste of Home

Breakfast | Servings: 4
Prep time: 5 min | Cook time: 20 min | Total time: 25 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 tsp. grated orange rind (about half a large orange)
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
  • Powdered sugar for sprinkling

Orange Syrup:

  • 1/2 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tbsp. sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp. cornstarch

Process

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees (F). In a 10 or 12-inch cast-iron or oven-safe skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Remove from heat when melted.
  2. To make this even faster, combine all ingredients except the butter and cranberries in a blender and blend for 1 minute. Meanwhile, combine eggs, milk and orange rind in a bowl and beat well.
  3. In a medium bowl, add flour, sugar and salt. Pour egg mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until frothy.
  4. Pour batter into the skillet. Sprinkle cranberries on top. Place in the oven and cook for about 20 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned.
  5. Meanwhile, make the orange syrup: add orange juice, sugar and cornstarch to a small saucepan and bring to boil over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly. Syrup should be served warm, so heat it up in the microwave or over low heat if it cools off too much.
  6. Serve pancake immediately, topped with orange syrup and a sprinkling of powdered sugar.

Recipe Notes:
If you’re in a hurry, the milk and eggs don’t have to be room temperature. But if you have the time, you’ll get a fluffier pancake with room temp ingredients. One good way I’ve found to quickly and safely bring eggs to room temp is to cover them in warm (NOT hot) water for about 5 minutes.

I never have whole milk, so I usually use 1/2 cup 1% milk and 1/4 cup cream. But I’ve made this with all 1% milk and that turned out fine, too.

For a sweeter pancake, you can increase the sugar to 1/4 cup but since it’s topped with syrup and powdered sugar, I find the extra sugar unnecessary.


Published on Updated on Apr 22, 2013

Tags

citrus easy fruit berries fast

Related Recipes

Add a Comment

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

6 Comments

  1. Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (8)

    Theresa

    Dec 14, 2012 at 11:29 am·Reply

    Yay cranberries! I usually end up buying 2 of the 3lb bags from Costco every year, because I have issues. haha This post reminds me that I really need a cast iron skillet in my life! I want to eat this for breakfast this weekend.

    • Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (9)

      Emily

      Dec 14, 2012 at 1:18 pm·Reply

      Yes, I love my cast iron! I recently got a small 8-inch cast iron pan and if you half this recipe and it makes a perfect sized 1-2 serving dutch baby. But you can make this in any oven-safe skillet, it doesn’t have to be cast iron. I believe you can also make a dutch baby in a normal baking dish. People mentioned that in the comments/reviews of several similar recipes when I was doing research.

  2. Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (10)

    Ibbs

    Jan 23, 2013 at 4:24 pm·Reply

    Such a great idea! I spend a good 30 mins each morning prepping cooking and washing up my pancakes!! So the concept of doing it in one big pan sounds perfect to me! I’ll be sure to try it out soon, thanks x x

  3. Pingback: Vegetarian Thanksgiving with Friends and Klingons | smarterfitter

  4. Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (11)

    Susan Carroll

    Jun 14, 2014 at 1:00 am·Reply

    I have made the double size version of German Pancakes (we call them Popeye Pancakes) for 20 years. I never thought to put fruit in them. Room temperature egg is the fluffy secret?!? Thanks. I love cranberry anything, I will make myself some.

  5. Pingback: 20 Irresistible Cranberry Orange Recipes | Mom Loves BakingMom Loves Baking

Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (12)

Emily Carlin

I've always wanted to be a better cook and baker so I started this blog to chronicle my progress.

Wanna know more?

Get new posts in your inbox!

Browse Recipes

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Drinks
All Recipes

Trending Recipes

  1. Southern-Style Chicken and Dumplings
    43524 views
  2. Cheesecake Supreme with Oreo Cookie Crust
    22149 views
  3. No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
    12910 views
  4. Chocolate-filled Beignets with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
    10387 views
  5. No bake, chewy Granola Bars (just like Quaker!)
    5856 views
  6. Pineapple Stuff
    4554 views
  7. Gingerbread Mini-muffins
    4417 views
  8. Homemade Maple-Cinnamon Oat Pop Tarts
    4374 views
  9. Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake Supreme
    3432 views
  10. Cantaloupe Meringue Pie
    2736 views
Cranberry Dutch Baby Pancake with Orange Syrup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between Yorkshire pudding and Dutch baby pancake? ›

A Dutch baby is very similar to a Yorkshire pudding, with a few differences: the Yorkshire pudding is more likely to be baked in individual servings, the pan is usually greased with beef drippings, and the result is rarely sweet. Dutch babies are larger, use butter rather than beef fat, and are frequently sweet.

What is a Dutch baby pancake made of? ›

Eggs and milk: This light and fluffy Dutch baby recipe starts with two eggs whisked with milk. Flour: All-purpose flour lends structure and helps hold the batter together. Seasonings: These sweet Dutch babies are flavored with nutmeg and a pinch of salt.

Do you have to use a cast iron skillet for a Dutch baby? ›

The pan doesn't have to be cast iron; you can use any oven-safe pan or baking dish of a similar size. I've even done them in a pie dish!

Why are they called Dutch babies? ›

A German Pancake or a Dutch Baby? German pancakes and Dutch babies are essentially the same thing, but the dish is said to have originated in Germany, not the Netherlands. The term “Dutch baby” was coined by an American restaurateur whose use of “Dutch” was a corruption of the word “Deutsch” (“German” in German).

What is Yorkshire pudding called in America? ›

History. The popover is an American version of Yorkshire pudding and similar batter puddings made in England since the 17th century, The oldest known reference to popovers dates to 1850. The first cookbook to print a recipe for popovers was in 1876.

What is another name for a Dutch baby pancake? ›

Though “Dutch baby” is a frequently used moniker when referring to this giant pancake, it has also been referred to as a German pancake, a puffed pancake, a baked pancake, a Bismarck and even a giant Yorkshire pudding due to its resemblance.

Why isn t my Dutch baby puffing up? ›

If the pancake was a little flat it is most likely that either the oven or the skillet (or other pan) was not hot enough. If the pan isn't hot enough then the liquid does not heat up and create the steam quickly enough and so the flour will cook through and set before the pancake can rise.

Why did my Dutch baby pancake not rise? ›

There are two main culprits to flat, sad Dutch baby pancakes: Your oven wasn't hot enough. The hotter your oven, the more puffed your Dutch baby pancake will be. Make sure to preheat the oven for at least 10 minutes before baking the batter.

What's the difference between a pancake and a Dutch pancake? ›

What's the difference between a Dutch pancake and an American pancake? A Dutch pancake is usually larger and much thinner than the thick and fluffy American pancakes. If you order a Dutch pancake at PANCAKES Amsterdam, you will get a delicious thin pancake with a diameter of 32 centimeters.

Why does my Dutch baby stick to the pan? ›

The high oven heat causes the batter to puff up, and it naturally deflates once removed from the heat. How do I prevent the pancake from sticking to the skillet? Make sure your skillet is well greased with butter or oil, and it's adequately heated before pouring in the batter.

Do I really need a cast iron Dutch oven? ›

A cast-iron Dutch oven will give you better results than an Instant Pot any day,” says Lance Nitahara, an assistant professor at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. In fact, this one pot can replace your slow cooker, stock pot, pasta pot, loaf pan, and deep fryer.

What happens if you use a cast iron pan without seasoning it? ›

Cooking on unseasoned cast iron can result in sticking, rusting, and a myriad of other issues (some of which are outlined above). Lucky for cast-iron newbies, most skillets sold these days come pre-seasoned. Take your store-bought seasoning a step further though and add your own before you call it good to go.

Why is my Dutch baby so eggy? ›

If you would like the inside of the finished dish to be a little less "egg-y" then cut the number of eggs down to 3, and many many reviewers also found that just 3 Tablespoons of butter worked better for them.

Is a Dutch baby like a Yorkshire pudding? ›

Different cooking vessels, different accompaniments, otherwise very similar," test kitchen manager Kelsey Youngman said. "Probably the biggest difference, in my opinion, would be Yorkshire Pudding uses the beef drippings to grease the popover pan, while a Dutch Baby uses melted butter in a cast iron skillet.

Who invented Dutch baby pancake? ›

The most well-acknowledged origin story of Dutch baby pancakes was birthed in a Seattle diner called Manca's Cafe. According to the Everett Herald, It happened when Italian-American Victor Manca created them using custom-made Dutch baby pans as a quick turnover breakfast item.

What makes Dutch pancakes different? ›

What's the difference between a Dutch pancake and an American pancake? A Dutch pancake is usually larger and much thinner than the thick and fluffy American pancakes. If you order a Dutch pancake at PANCAKES Amsterdam, you will get a delicious thin pancake with a diameter of 32 centimeters.

Is pancake batter and Yorkshire pudding batter the same? ›

That's right, Yorkshire pudding mix and pancake mix are the exact same thing. Yorkshire pudding batter ALSO requires plain flour, eggs, milk and sunflower or vegetable oil. The only difference is the way you cook it. Yorkshire pudding batter is just pancake mix cooked in the oven.

What is the difference between Yorkshire pudding and German pancakes? ›

Dutch Baby or German Bsby are sweet and intended as a fruity specialty breakfast. Yorkshire puddings are often more plain, a savory part of a roast beef dish with gravy. They can be baked as individual popovers with the meat or in the roasting pan with the drippings.

What is a Yorkshire pudding similar to? ›

The 18th-century cookery writer Hannah Glasse was the first to use the term "Yorkshire pudding" in print. Yorkshire puddings are similar to Dutch baby pancakes, and to popovers, an American light roll made from an egg batter.

References

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Virgilio Hermann JD

Last Updated:

Views: 6378

Rating: 4 / 5 (61 voted)

Reviews: 84% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Virgilio Hermann JD

Birthday: 1997-12-21

Address: 6946 Schoen Cove, Sipesshire, MO 55944

Phone: +3763365785260

Job: Accounting Engineer

Hobby: Web surfing, Rafting, Dowsing, Stand-up comedy, Ghost hunting, Swimming, Amateur radio

Introduction: My name is Virgilio Hermann JD, I am a fine, gifted, beautiful, encouraging, kind, talented, zealous person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.