Gluten Free Dutch baby aka German Pancake

Gluten Free German Pancakes are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy traditional German-style pancakes. These pancakes are made with gluten-free flour, giving them a light and fluffy texture that is still reminiscent of the original.

They can be enjoyed as an indulgent breakfast or dessert, and they're just as easy to make as classic pancakes. With ingredients like almond milk and sugar, you'll have delicious and satisfying pancakes that everyone will love!

What is a German Pancake?

A German Pancake, also known as a Dutch Baby or a Bismarck, is a sweet and fluffy oven-baked pancake. This dish originated in Germany in the early 20th century and has become popular around the world. A Dutch Baby is made with eggs, milk, sugar, flour and butter.

This gluten-free dutch baby recipe version uses gluten free flour instead of traditional all purpose flour. These pancakes still have the fluffy puff pancake center piece and have the edges that climb the sides of the pan and get slightly crispy just like traditional ones do.

Gluten-free dutch babies are like a cross between yummy fluffy pancakes and fantastic popovers.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• The hot oven does all the work, no manning the stove needed for this german pancake recipe
• It's easy to double or even triple to make even more pancakes to feed a crowd
• They're ready in less than a half hour
• You only need 5 simple ingredients
• It's one of the easiest breakfast recipes and is very versatile - you can add any toppings that you love

Ingredients Needed

Get more info on these simple ingredients and additional recipe details in the recipe card below.

• Eggs (best at room temperature)
• Milk
• Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 gluten free flour
• Butter
• Salt

How to Make Gluten-Free German Pancakes

1. Preheat the oven to 425F
2. Place butter in a large cast iron skillet or baking pan and place in the warming oven to melt.
3. Whisk together the remaining wet ingredients and dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
4. Once the butter has melted, pour the batter directly into your cast iron pan or baking pan.
5. Bake for 20 minutes until fluffy and golden brown.
6. Cut into wedges and serve with desired toppings.

Storage

For best results, leftovers of this dutch baby recipe can be stored in an airtight container or in a ziptop bag with the excess air removed. Additionally, you can wrap them in plastic or foil like you do with regular pancakes. They can be kept for 3-4 days. You can store at room temp or in the fridge. The fridge may dry them out faster.

You can freeze leftover gluten-free dutch baby pancakes in a freezer safe container for up to 2-3 months.

Tips and Variations

• Try adding frozen or fresh berries, apples, and bananas to the batter before baking for a sweeter gluten free dutch baby.
• If you want to make it savory, add in some herbs and grated cheese to the pancake batter.
• Serve with your favorite breakfast sides to make a full, delicious breakfast.
• For a fluffier dutch baby, beat your egg whites or eggs until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the remaining batter for an extra airy texture.
• For a classic dutch baby, dust with a little powdered sugar and serve with lemon wedges.
• If you want to switch up the flavors, top your gluten-free dutch baby pancakes with some caramelized onions and herbs or honey and cinnamon.

What toppings should I add?

• Try a drizzle of maple syrup
• Top with your favorite fresh fruit, like bananas or cinnamon apples and brown sugar
• Top with local honey
• Try some lemon, powdered sugar, and berry infused syrup

Can I make these dairy free?

Certainly, with just a few swaps these can become dairy free german pancakes! Swap the regular milk out for your favorite dairy-free milk, like oat, coconut, or almond milk. In place of the butter, you can use a dairy free butter alternative or some coconut oil.

Do I have to use Bob's Red Mill gluten free flour?

That's the only flour option that we have tested this oven pancake recipe with, however, I would believe that any gluten-free flour blend, like almond flour would also work nicely for this homemade gluten free pancake mix.

Why didn't my german pancakes rise and get fluffy?

This usually happens if you didn't let your cast iron pan or baking dish get hot enough before pouring the pancake batter into it.

More Easy Breakfast Recipes

• Gluten Free Crepes
• Gluten Free Biscuits and Gravy
• Gluten Free Fried Egg Sandwich
• Gluten Free Yeast Donuts
• Up your breakfast game even more and make a Toad in a Hole (it's like a traditional dutch baby but with sausage)

Gluten free German Pancakes are a fun and tasty breakfast option that everyone can enjoy. They are light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness.

Whether you're making them for a special occasion or just a Sunday morning treat, they're sure to delight your guests. Whatever toppings you choose, these gluten free German pancakes will make your next breakfast something special. Enjoy!

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