Description
A classic German Apple Pancake featuring tender, caramelized apples with a fluffy, oven-baked batter infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this recipe combines simple ingredients for a deliciously comforting dish.
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 pinch Salt
Apple Topping
- 1 Apple, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 pinch Ground Nutmeg
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare batter: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt, mixing just until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
- Cook the apples: Peel, core, and thinly slice the apple. In a medium to high heat cast iron skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced apples along with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Cook for about 2 minutes until the apples soften slightly.
- Caramelize the apples: Sprinkle 1/4 cup brown sugar over the cooked apples in the skillet. Allow the sugar to melt and caramelize lightly, coating the apples in a glossy, sweet layer.
- Add batter and bake: Pour the prepared pancake batter evenly over the caramelized apples in the skillet. Transfer the skillet into the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the pancake is puffed, golden, and set in the center.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove the skillet from the oven carefully, let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious German Apple Pancake as a comforting breakfast or brunch treat.
Notes
- Use a cast iron skillet or any oven-safe skillet for best results.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and nutmeg to your taste.
- Serve with maple syrup or powdered sugar if desired.
- Ensure the skillet is well buttered to prevent sticking.
- For a crispier edge, bake a few extra minutes but avoid drying it out.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Keywords: German Apple Pancake, Oven Baked Pancake, Apple Breakfast Recipe, Cinnamon Apple Pancake, Brunch Recipe
