Description
Mini German Pancakes are delightful, fluffy baked treats that puff up in the oven and deflate to create little wells perfect for fruit or syrup. These individual-sized pancakes are quick to prepare and bake, making them an excellent option for a special breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Batter
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
For Baking
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for muffin tin)
For Serving
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Fresh fruit, such as strawberries, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place about 1/4 teaspoon of unsalted butter into each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin. Put the tin in the oven to melt the butter fully and to get the tin hot, helping the pancakes to puff up nicely.
- Blend Batter: In a blender, combine the eggs, whole milk, all-purpose flour, salt, and vanilla extract if using. Blend the mixture until completely smooth. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to improve texture.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Carefully remove the hot muffin tin from the oven. Quickly pour the batter into each cup, filling them about halfway. The hot butter will help the edges crisp and the batter to rise.
- Bake Pancakes: Bake the pancakes in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they puff up and turn a beautiful golden brown on top.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the mini pancakes from the oven and allow them to cool briefly. They will deflate in the center, creating a perfect little well for toppings.
- Serve: Dust the pancakes with powdered sugar and serve immediately with fresh fruit like strawberries or your favorite syrup.
Notes
- Make sure the muffin tin and butter are hot before adding batter to help the pancakes puff up properly.
- Resting the batter allows the flour to hydrate fully, improving the pancakes’ texture.
- These mini pancakes are best served fresh for the best puff and texture.
- You can customize toppings such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or maple syrup according to your preference.
