German Pancake, Northern Pacific Railway

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

German Pancake recipe inspired by Northern Pacific railway

German Pancake, Northern Pacific Railway

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-4

Calories

339

Sugar

10g

Fat

19g

German pancakes, also known as Dutch babies, are a popular breakfast item across the United States. This recipe is inspired by the Northern Pacific Railway and is said to have originated from a German speaking community in Seattle. Over time, it became a popular breakfast dish across North America and is now enjoyed by many. This pancake is crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside and can be served with a variety of toppings such as fruits, maple syrup, whipped cream or jam. It's a versatile dish, that can be enjoyed sweet or savory.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.	In a bowl, beat the eggs and salt until well combined.
3.	Add flour and milk to the mixture, stirring well until smooth.
4.	Add soft butter to this mixture and mix well.
5.	Pour into a greased, 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the pancake is puffed up and golden brown.
6.	Once done, sprinkle with powdered sugar and lemon juice as needed and serve hot.

PROS

This pancake is a delicious, easy and quick breakfast that you can make any day.

It’s simple to prepare, very affordable and ingredients are usually readily available.

CONS

This pancake, like most breakfast foods, can be quite high in calories and sugar.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as a part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the most nutritious breakfast, German pancake does contain a good amount of protein from the eggs and some calcium from the milk.
It’s also easy to add fruits and other nutritious toppings to this pancake to make it more balanced and add extra fiber, vitamins and minerals. Lemon juice, in particular, contains vitamin C that can help improve immune function and is essential for skin health.

	3 eggs
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup flour
	1/2 cup milk
	2 tablespoons soft butter
	powdered sugar , as needed
	lemon juice , as needed