Apple Cinnamon German Pancake: A Cozy Breakfast Delight
This cozy, puffed German pancake with caramelized apples and cinnamon is the perfect weekend breakfast or holiday brunch dish — warm, fluffy, and full of fall flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: German-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
3 large eggs
1 cup milk (whole or 2% recommended)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Maple syrup (for drizzling)
Whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place a cast-iron skillet or oven-safe baking dish in the oven while it preheats.
Step 2: Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs until frothy.
Add milk, flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until just combined (a few lumps are okay).
Step 3: Sauté the Apples
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
Add sliced apples, sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Cook until soft and lightly caramelized, about 5–7 minutes.
Step 4: Combine and Bake
Pour the prepared batter over the caramelized apples in the hot skillet.
Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until pancake is puffed and golden.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with maple syrup, or add your favorite toppings.
Serve immediately while warm and fluffy.
Notes
Best Apples: Granny Smith for tartness, or Honeycrisp/Fuji for sweetness.
Make it your own: Try adding pears, berries, or chocolate chips for fun variations.
Let the batter rest: Rest for 10 minutes before baking for fluffier results.
Don’t open the oven door during baking or it may deflate.
