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Mini Dutch babies on a plate with various toppings.

Mini Dutch Babies

Charlotte Singh-Dhanraj
These adorable Mini Dutch Babies are perfect to serve at an elegant brunch buffet or a cozy family brunch at home! They are a cross between a pancake and a popover, offering a crispy exterior and a custardy center that's simply irresistible. 
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine german
Servings 12 dutch babies
Calories 149 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups milk 2 %
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Non-stick spray for muffin tin
  • Pancake toppings of your choice berries, whipped cream, maple syrup etc...

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees convection or 425 degrees in a conventional oven.
  • Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a large microwave-safe bowl in the microwave.
  • Add the eggs, vanilla, milk, flour, sugar, and salt to the bowl with the melted butter and mix with an electric mixer until there are no lumps.
  • Spray a muffin tin with non-stick spray.
  • Fill the muffin tins to half full.
  • Bake the mini Dutch babies for 15 minutes without opening the oven. They will be puffy with crispy golden edges and a custardy center. Serve immediately garnished with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Notes

Expert Tips:
  • Don't overmix the batter - this could lead to a tough texture.
  • Avoid opening the oven during baking to prevent the Dutch babies from deflating.
  • Have toppings ready and serve immediately for the best taste and texture .

Nutrition

Calories: 149kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 141mgPotassium: 81mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 319IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
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