Our Go-To Sunday Morning Dutch Baby (Easy Puff Pancake Recipe)

A simple, family-friendly breakfast that feels special without a lot of effort

Sunday mornings have a different pace: a little quieter, a little slower and designated to be family time. I don’t love spending all morning making breakfast so this Dutch Baby recipe has become my go-to for lazy Sunday mornings. It feels special without requiring me to be tied to the kitchen all morning.

Made in one skillet with simple ingredients, this puff pancake comes together quickly in the blender and bakes while you set the table, brew coffee or chat with your family (I also recommend having some soft music playing in the background like a cafe!). It’s easy to serve sweet with fruit and powdered sugar or savory with vegetables or ham, and alongside breakfast meat, making it a family-friendly breakfast everyone looks forward to.

Recipe Details

Serves: 4–6
Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Perfect For: Sunday mornings, family breakfasts, low-effort hosting

Ingredients

• 6 eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup milk or non-dairy milk, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter, for melting in the pan
• 1–2 tablespoons butter, for finishing on top

For Serving (Optional)

• Fresh fruit or berries
• Powdered sugar
• Whipped cream
• Maple syrup or honey
• Savory toppings (cheese, herbs, sautéed vegetables)

How to Make It

1. Let 6 eggs and 1 cup milk come to room temperature.
2. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place a cast iron or oven-safe enameled skillet in the oven to heat.
3. In a blender, combine 6 eggs, 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 cup flour. Blend until smooth.
4. Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes.
5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add 3 tablespoons butter, swirling until fully melted and the pan is coated.
6. Pour the batter into the hot skillet and immediately return it to the oven.
7. Bake for 20 minutes, until the edges are puffed and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and melt 1–2 tablespoons butter over the top.
9. Serve immediately with your choice of sweet or savory toppings.

I love recipes that look like they require a lot of time and effort but are actually very simple and easy. This is one of those breakfasts that makes the morning feel slower, simple and comforting…a moment meant to be enjoyed together.

Hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do!

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