I decided I would make a Dutch baby for the first time, and somehow ended up with this wonderfully soft and creamy white chocolate pancake with blueberries, after deliberating whether to duplicate the flavors of this white raspberry bundt cake. In a cast-iron skillet, of course. It's sweet and can double as dessert.
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I don't have a lot of pancake recipes in this blog but the ones that make it are really good.
So this blueberry dutch pancake is out of the ordinary for me.
There's something magical about taking a dutch pancake out of the oven, all puffed and majestic. It deflates pretty quickly, like the popovers, but it's a great dish for a brunch or breakfast without much work.
What is it about a pancake baked in the oven that's so appealing? That it puffs so much?
Probably, because it's like a giant thick popover that bubbles up and cracks, leaving the baker with just a few minutes' window to admire it in all its height before poof! it's completely flat and ordinary looking.
That kinda makes the baker the only one admiring the work. But hey, life is not only about praise, but it's also about self-fulfillment, right? Let's say the latter came in the form of a puffy pancake and a mouth full of it.
The hazards of baking.
This is more of a dessert than a breakfast, in my opinion, unless you like sweet things in the morning.
Quite sweet.
But hey, dessert is dessert, meant to be sweet and filling, and a hot skillet makes it ideal for plunging the spoons directly and eating from it, with no plates necessary and one less pile of dishes to wash.
Tips for making this recipe
- Oven - have it preheated; otherwise, the pancake will not rise as it should.
- Skillet - I use cast iron, but you can use your favorite non-stick one. Beware that they are very heavy and you will need kitchen towels to remove it from the oven. It will be piping hot!
- Chocolate - this recipe calls for white, but use dark if that's your jam or if you don't like very sweet pancakes.
- Blueberries - fresh or frozen, both work. Raspberries are also very good.
Related recipes you might like:
White Chocolate Blueberry Dutch Pancake
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup all purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅓ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, lightly toasted
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220ºC).
- Have all ingredients ready.
- In a blender or with a wire whisk and a bowl, mix 2 eggs with ½ cup all purpose flour and 1 tablespoon powdered sugar until well blended.
- Add ½ cup milk gradually and then ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract and ¼ teaspoon sea salt.
- Mix in ⅓ cup white chocolate chips and ½ cup blueberries
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in an 8-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Let it brown a little.
- Add the pancake mixture all at once to the skillet, and pop it immediately into the oven.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, until golden and puffed.
- Take it out of the oven, sprinkle it with 2 tablespoons sliced almonds and a light sift of 1 tablespoon powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
e / dig in says
delicious post and pics (as always!) paula. i'm intrigued by the idea of a baked pancake - it's a new one to me. maybe this weekend. thanks for the inspiration!
withoutadornment says
I've never made a Dutch pancake before, but it looks like such a fabulous and delicious idea!
Medeja says
Oh wow! I love this recipe! I have to try it! it looks so good!
Abbe@This is How I Cook says
I do a German pancake a lot with apples and bacon. But this sounds perfect for dessert! Can't wait!
SeattleDee says
This is a seriously deeeelicious version of an old favorite. Just thinking about the taste brings a smile - sweet thanks to you and Dorothy.
Tara says
Great SRC pick! I love the combination of blueberry and white chocolate!
The Ninja Baker says
Looks like a dessert meant to bring smiles to a family table, Paula. And moments of private triumph in the kitchen as the pancake puffs its proud little chest =)
Deb says
White chocolate is sweet and irresistible! A marvelous recipe for breakfast or dessert! I'm off to Dorothy's blog, thanks for the intro!
Lynn Huntley says
Great SRC pick! Haven't made a Dutch Pancake in years~ Looks delicious~ Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
Jodee Weiland says
Delicious! Love this recipe! You have the ability to make my mouth water with your fabulous recipes!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
What a wonderful job you did with that pancake! Your is so decadent and alluring. Love everything about it, and thanks for spelunking into my blog this month!
mividaenundulce says
No es costumbre para nosotros comer panqueques en el desayuno los domingos, por lo menos no como lo es en USA. Pero a mi hija le encanta hacerlos para lo que llamamos la hora del lonche, o la hora del té. Nunca he probado esta versión, será motivo...me pregunto si Máxima los come 😉
Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says
We just got back from a vacation and one morning we ate breakfast at this fabulous restaurant called 'Hole In the Wall' (which it is) in Sebastopol, California. There were several of us and we ordered a Dutch baby for the table. It was so much fun to dig in to it as a group! And now I have a recipe of my own to try! Thanks Paula, this looks amazing.
Dana @ Simply Romanesco says
This pancake looks so scrumptious, Paula! I could eat this for breakfast every single day 🙂 Super delicious!
Grandbabycakes says
How gorgeous is this? That white chocolate and blueberry flavor combo is amazing.
Angie Schneider says
My husband is going to love this! White chocolate and pancake are his top favourites.
Laura Dembowski says
The Secret Recipe Club always sounds like fun! This pancake looks great! Love blueberries and white chocolate together.
ashley - baker by nature says
Ooooh I love pancakes! This looks so perfect for an indulgent morning treat 🙂
Andrea_TheKitchenLioness says
Paula, this White Chocolate Blueberry Dutch Pancake would be perfect for my Sunday breakfast! It looks blissfully delicious with all those fabulous blueberries!
Love your new picture at the top of your blog - it is truly a beautiful picture of you!
Have a wonderful Monday!
SallyBR says
Hello there! great recipe!
just wanted to say I got your blog this month and absolutely loved it!
Enjoy your Reveal Day!