Delectable German Apple Puff Pancake
This Delectable German Apple Puff Pancake is a delightful blend of fluffy pancake and caramelized apples, making for a perfect breakfast treat that brings warmth and comfort to your table. The tartness of granny smith, Jonagold, or McIntosh apples shines through in every bite, beautifully complemented by a sprinkle of cinnamon and lemon. As the pancake bakes, it puffs up to create an airy texture that's simply irresistible. Serve it dusted with confectioners' sugar for a touch of sweetness, and prepare to be delighted by this show-stopping breakfast dish that is sure to impress family and friends alike!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Tart apples
2 (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
Sugar
3 tablespoons
Lemon
1 (juice of)
Ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon
Unsalted butter
6 tablespoons
Eggs
3
Milk
3/4 cup
Flour
3/4 cup
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Confectioners' sugar
to taste (for dusting)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
2
In a medium bowl, combine the peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples with sugar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and ground cinnamon. Gently toss to coat the apples evenly.
3
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add the prepared apples to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes, or until they are just soft. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.
4
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Gradually whisk in the flour and salt until just incorporated, forming a slightly lumpy batter.
5
In an oven-proof 10-inch skillet (a cast iron skillet works wonderfully), melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter until it begins to brown, approximately 2 minutes. Swirl the skillet so that the melted butter coats the bottom evenly.
6
Spread the cooked apples in the bottom of the skillet, then pour the batter over the apples, making sure they are evenly covered.
7
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the pancake is golden brown and puffed up.
8
Once done, carefully invert the pancake onto a large platter. Drizzle with the remaining lemon juice and dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Delectable German Apple Puff Pancake?
It is a delightful blend of fluffy pancake and caramelized apples that puffs up during baking for an airy texture.
What kind of apples are recommended for this recipe?
Tart apples such as Granny Smith, Jonagold, or McIntosh are ideal for this dish.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 450°F (230°C).
How should the apples be prepared before cooking?
The apples should be peeled, cored, and thinly sliced.
What ingredients are the apples tossed with initially?
Combine the sliced apples with sugar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and ground cinnamon.
How long do you cook the apples in the skillet?
Cook the apples for about 3 minutes or until they are just soft.
How much butter is used to sauté the apples?
Use 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to sauté the apples.
What is the base of the pancake batter?
The batter is made from whisked eggs, milk, flour, and salt.
Should the pancake batter be completely smooth?
No, the batter should be whisked until just incorporated, forming a slightly lumpy batter.
What size skillet is best for this pancake?
An oven-proof 10-inch skillet, such as a cast iron skillet, works wonderfully.
How much butter is melted in the skillet before adding the batter?
4 tablespoons of unsalted butter should be melted and slightly browned in the skillet.
How long does it take to brown the butter?
It takes approximately 2 minutes for the butter to begin to brown.
How do you assemble the pancake in the skillet?
Spread the cooked apples in the bottom of the skillet and then pour the batter evenly over them.
How long does the German Apple Puff Pancake bake?
Bake the pancake for about 20 minutes.
How can you tell when the pancake is finished baking?
It is done when it is golden brown and puffed up.
What is the final step after removing the pancake from the oven?
Carefully invert the pancake onto a large platter.
What are the recommended toppings for serving?
Drizzle with the remaining lemon juice and dust with confectioners' sugar.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 3 eggs.
What is the measurement for the milk and flour?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of milk and 3/4 cup of flour.
Is salt included in the batter?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is whisked into the batter.
How much cinnamon is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
How many total tablespoons of butter are needed?
A total of 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter are used (2 for apples, 4 for the skillet).
What meal categories does this dish fit into?
It fits into breakfast, brunch, and dessert categories.
What kind of sugar is used for dusting?
Confectioners' sugar is used for dusting the finished pancake.
Is this considered a comfort food?
Yes, it is described as a comfort food that brings warmth to your table.
Can I use a regular frying pan?
The pan must be oven-proof since the pancake bakes at a high temperature in the oven.
What provides the tartness in the recipe?
The tartness comes from both the choice of tart apples and the addition of lemon juice.
How many tart apples do I need?
The recipe requires 2 tart apples.
How much sugar is mixed with the apples?
3 tablespoons of sugar are combined with the apple slices.
What is the texture of the finished pancake?
The pancake has an airy, puffed texture complemented by soft, caramelized apples.