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German Pancakes

Updated: Mar 13, 2025 · Published: Nov 17, 2022 by Ashley Amundsen · This post may contain affiliate links. · Leave a Comment

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German Pancakes are lighter and fluffier than regular pancakes and are half the work! Mix and bake; breakfast will be on the table in no time. Everyone is sure to love this classic recipe.

A white plate with a piece of a German pancake.

German pancakes were a staple in my house growing up. And for good reason! This classic pancake can be whipped up in 5 minutes. No need for flipping pancakes. Just pop the giant pancake in the oven and then serve it with your favorite toppings. You'll be surprised how easy this recipe is, and it uses basic pantry ingredients.

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  • 🥞 What are German Pancakes?
  • 🥘 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🍴 Storage
  • 🌟 Top Tip
  • 🍓 Topping Suggestions
  • 💭 FAQs
  • 🍳 More breakfast recipes
  • 📋 Recipe
  • ⭐ Reviews

🥞 What are German Pancakes?

German Pancakes, you may also know them as a Bismark, Dutch puff, or Hootenanny, are baked in the oven, unlike traditional pancakes that are cooked on a skillet or griddle. The giant pancake puffs up while baking and has a delightful light and fluffy texture with a mouthwatering buttery flavor. It's always a hit with kids and adults alike. This is your answer if you are looking for an easy, no-hassle breakfast recipe!

🥘 Ingredients

Only 8 simple ingredients are needed to make this recipe. I bet you already have them on hand too!

Ingredients laid out on a gray surface for German Pancakes.
  • Butter
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • All-purpose flour
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon
  • Vanilla
  • Nutmeg

🔪 Instructions

Melted butter in a pan.
  1. Melt butter in the oven.
Pancake batter in a bowl.

2. Mix together the pancake ingredients.

Pancake batter in a pan.

3. Add batter to the preheated pan.

Full German Pancake in a pan.

4. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and fluffy.

White plates with slices of German pancakes.

🍴 Storage

The pancakes are the best hot right out of the oven. But if you do have leftovers, store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat them in the microwave for 30 seconds or until warm.

🌟 Top Tip

Before pouring the batter into the pan, make sure the butter is completely melted. The hot butter makes the pancake rise more and prevents it from sticking to the pan.

🍓 Topping Suggestions

  • Powdered sugar
  • Fruit
  • Whipped Cream
  • Maple Syrup
  • Buttermilk Syrup
  • Nutella
  • Peanut Butter
  • Fruit Jam
  • Fruit Syrup
  • Lemon and Sugar
  • Easy Lemon Curd
A piece of German Pancake with syrup poured on top.

💭 FAQs

What is the difference between German pancakes and regular pancakes?

German pancakes have more eggs and don't use a leavening agent. The pancakes are also baked in the oven and have a light and fluffy texture. Whereas regular pancakes are made with baking soda or powder and are cooked on a skillet or griddle.

What makes a German pancake rise?

Steam is the secret! The air that's whipped into the eggs and the hot pan you pour the batter causes steam to build up in the pancake, which creates that unique lift.

Is a German Pancake supposed to deflate?

German pancakes will naturally deflate after you remove them from the oven. This is due to the cooling and release of the hot steam that builds up in the pancake during the baking process.

🍳 More breakfast recipes

  • Dutch Hagelslag
  • Strawberry Crepes with Cream Cheese Filling
  • Full Irish Breakfast
  • Fluffy Japanese Pancakes
  • Creme Brulee French Toast
  • Tropical Overnight Oats

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📋 Recipe

A white plate with a piece of a German pancake.

German Pancakes

Ashley Amundsen
German pancakes are lighter and fluffier than regular pancakes and are half the work! Mix and bake; breakfast will be on the table in no time. Everyone is sure to love this classic recipe.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine German
Servings 6
Calories 232 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • mixing bowl
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Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • Dash of nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the butter in a 9x13 baking dish. Put the pan in the preheated oven for 2-5 minutes or until the butter is melted.
  • In the meantime, in a medium-sized bowl, whisk the eggs and milk. Pour in the flour, salt, cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg. Stir until combined.
  • Remove the hot pan from the oven. Pour the batter into the pan.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pancake is golden brown and the edges are fluffy.
  • Serve warm with desired toppings.

Notes

1. The pancake will rise while it's baking and deflate once it's removed and starts to cool.

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 9gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 189mgSodium: 273mgPotassium: 148mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 2mg
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