Spiced Apple Dutch Baby
Get ready for our Spiced Apple Dutch Baby—the easiest way to start any cozy weekend!
This isn’t your average pancake; it’s a stunning, single-serving masterpiece. It starts with a simple blender batter that, when baked in a screaming hot pan, transforms into a giant, golden, puffy bowl of perfection—crispy on the edges and beautifully tender in the center.
But the real magic is the filling! We take fresh apples and caramelize them with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a sweet, gooey foundation inside that dramatic puff. It’s the perfect, cozy blend of a fluffy pancake and a warm apple dessert.
We found the inspiration for this incredibly comforting and visually stunning breakfast in a classic Better Homes & Garden’s magazine—they truly know how to elevate a dish!
Skip the fussy flips and make this Dutch baby your new go-to for weekend brunch. Trust me, the “wow” factor is huge!
Ready to get baking? Let’s dive in!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 cup thinly sliced apples
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping or dulce de leche, warmed (optional)
- Other optional toppings: powdered sugar, whipped cream
Instructions
Part 1: Prep & Apple Sauté
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Preheat your oven to 400°F.
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In a medium bowl, stir together 2 Tbsp of the granulated sugar, 1/8 tsp of the cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp of the cardamom. Add the apple slices and toss gently to coat them completely.
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In a 12-inch oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat on the stovetop. Add the coated apple mixture.
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Cook and stir until the apples are tender and the sugar mixture is bubbly, about 5 minutes.
Part 2: The Batter
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While the apples are cooking, combine the eggs, milk, flour, vanilla, salt, remaining 1 Tbsp sugar, and remaining 1/8 tsp each of cinnamon and cardamom in a blender.
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Cover and blend the mixture until it is completely smooth.
Part 3: Bake & Serve
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Carefully pour the batter evenly over the hot apples in the skillet.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the Dutch baby is beautifully puffed and golden brown.
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Let the Dutch baby stand for 5 minutes (it will deflate as it cools).
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To serve, drizzle with caramel topping and sprinkle with powdered sugar and additional ground cinnamon. Cut it into quarters and serve immediately with whipped cream (if using).
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Notes
- Head over to http://www.bhg.com for more awesome inspiration!
Keywords: Breakfast, Dutch Baby, Apple, Caramel
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