A Caramel Apple Dutch Baby on the table is a sure way to warm your family up on a cool fall morning! Crisp-tender cinnamon apples, drizzled with caramel and dusted with powdered sugar are a sweet-tart addition to a classic Dutch baby pancake.
If you’ve never tried one, you’re in for a treat! The pancake is crunchy on the outside with a custardy middle. It’s a unique way to start your day…or a delicious dessert, topped with whipped cream. The choice is yours!
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What is a Dutch Baby Pancake?
When most Americans imagine pancakes, they visualize stacks of golden brown, thin but fluffy cakes, drizzled with maple syrup and served alongside a hearty side of bacon. A Dutch baby is different.
Dutch baby pancakes are very large and meant to be shared. They are oven-baked, rather than pan fried. And don’t expect a fluffy, cakelike texture. These pancakes are delightfully crispy on the outside with a custard-like interior. When first pulled from the oven, Dutch babies are light and airy, but as they cool they settle into the pan, leaving a concave area that is perfect for filling!
What Type of Apples Work Best?
You can use any type of apple in this recipe, but I especially love pairing tart apples with the sweetness of the caramel and powdered sugar. They bring a tantalizing extra depth of flavor to this dish that I absolutely love. Here are some tart apple varieties to consider when making your Caramel Apple Dutch Baby.
- Granny Smith apples are the tartest of the tart. They are the go-to variety for apple pies and have a wonderful crispy crunch.
- Braeburn apples are large and red with streaks of green. The first Braeburn apple seedling was found growing wild in New Zealand. It is thought that Braeburns are the result of the natural cross-breeding between Granny Smith and Lady Hamilton apples.
- Jonathan apples are red with streaks of yellow. They tend to be tall and medium sized, and have a soft texture. If you like juicy apples, you’ll love Jonathans!
- Rome Beauty apples are on the smaller side, with a thick, deep red skin and white interior. They are a sturdy variety and hold up well when baked, so they are a favorite of chefs.
What is an Oven Safe Skillet?
Some skillets can be used in the oven as well as on the stovetop. I love cast iron skillets because of their versatility. These durable pans can be used on the stovetop, in the oven, and even over a campfire. Since they’re made from iron, they are pretty much indestructible. Once you purchase a cast iron skillet, you’ll have it for life if you care for it properly. Mine was my great grandmother’s and is over 100 years old, but it still cooks the same way that it did when it was brand new!
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Directions
- Peel the apples and dice in large pieces. Toss them with lemon juice.
- In a large saucepan, combine apples, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of the butter, and cinnamon. Cook over medium-low, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until apples are tender. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 425 F.
In a large bowl, blend eggs, flour, and milk on high for exactly one minute. I like to use an 8 cup measuring cup for ease of pouring.
- Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large oven safe skillet. To melt it faster, cut into small pieces.
- Pour the pancake batter into the melted butter. Some of the butter will rise over the edges of the batter. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven. The Dutch baby will initially be puffy, but it will settle over time or when being cut. It can be served as-is with powdered sugar and syrup, if desired.
- Spoon the apple topping onto the pancake.
- Return to oven. Broil at 550 F for about 5 minutes, or until edges of pancake are golden brown.
- Slice and serve warm. Drizzle each slice with caramel sauce and dust with powdered sugar.
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Caramel Apple Dutch Baby Pancake
Difficulty: Medium4
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minutesDutch baby pancakes are crunchy on the outside with delicious, custardy centers. Topped with hot cinnamon apples and caramel drizzle, this breakfast is a delectable treat!
Ingredients
4 apples
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
Caramel sauce
Powdered sugar
Directions
- Peel the apples and dice in large pieces. Toss them with lemon juice.
- In a large saucepan, combine apples, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of the butter, and cinnamon. Cook over medium-low, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until apples are tender. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 425 F.
In a large bowl, blend eggs, flour, and milk on high for exactly one minute. I like to use an 8 cup measuring cup for ease of pouring. - Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large oven safe skillet. To melt it faster, cut into small pieces.
- Pour the pancake batter into the melted butter. Some of the butter will rise over the edges of the batter. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven. The Dutch baby will initially be puffy, but it will settle over time or when being cut. It can be served as-is with powdered sugar and syrup, if desired.
- Spoon the apple topping onto the pancake.
- Return to oven. Broil at 550 F for about 5 minutes, or until edges of pancake are golden brown.
- Slice and serve warm. Drizzle each slice with caramel sauce and dust with powdered sugar.
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That looks great!
Thanks! It’s guaranteed to tickle your taste buds!
Yum! This sounds like the perfect fall breakfast recipe. I will be giving this a try 🙂
It’s definitely perfect for the season! Enjoy it with some fall flavored coffee and you’ll have the perfect morning!
I habe never heard of these before but they look amazing!
I was surprised by them when I had a Dutch baby for the first time. They were unlike anything I ever had before.
This looks perfect for fall! And I think I could veganize the recipe.
You might have to play with different egg substitutes to get the right consistency, but I’m sure it can be done.
My youngest son fell in love with making oven pancakes after his first Dutch boy with fresh strawberries and banana slices! We get to enjoy them frequently now that he is an expert oven pancake maker!
It would be really good with strawberries and bananas, especially in the summertime!
I have never heard of a Dutch baby pancake but they look absolutely delicious!!
I first had them when I was in Germany years ago, but I only started making them myself recently. They really are delicious!
This looks delicious! I’ll have to make this soon.
Make sure you have someone to share it with! It makes a lot!
Oh my goodness… you had my mouth watering the whole time… I can’t wait to try this.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. It’s so flavorful and definitely warm and comforting!
This look so delicious and perfect time of the year to cook with apples.
Fall is my favorite season because of the flavors. I just love getting as much apple, pumpkin, and maple in as I can!
This looks so delicious! And perfect for fall!
You’re right. It’s so comforting on a crisp morning!
These look so tasty. I don’t eat dairy or eggs but this looks so delicious! I know I can use a dairy-free substitute for the butter. I’m going to try this recipe with a few different egg replacers to see what works best!
If you know of an egg substitute that brings about a more custardy product, that’d be the one to use for this recipe. 😀
Looks like the perfect dish to make after we go apple picking in the next couple of weeks! Yum!
Oh, yes! It would be perfect the morning after you go apple picking!
This looks like a fabulous way to make pancakes. I always like fruit with mine anyway!
They’re definitely not your normal pancakes. It’s kind of nice to put it in the oven and cut slices instead of flipping at the stove!
Yum, this looks amazing!!!
Thank you! I want to try a Bananas Foster-inspired version, too. It’ll be fun!
Yum! We just went apple picking on Friday. Hmmm…. wonder what I should do with all these apples? I love all the apple flavors in fall.
Apple picking is so much fun! We weren’t able to to that this year, but luckily we still have apple butter and applesauce left from last year. 🙂
I have to try these. I love apples and a crispy crust. I will be happy to share it with my husband. Thanks for the printable recipe.
I always print recipes myself. If I had my electronics in the kitchen, they wouldn’t last an hour without something getting dumped on them