Dutch Baby With Cranberry Compote (Printable)

Golden oven pancake with tangy cranberry topping, perfect for brunch gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ For the Dutch Baby

01 - 3 large eggs
02 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2/3 cup whole milk
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ For the Cranberry Compote

08 - 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1/2 cup orange juice
11 - 1 teaspoon orange zest
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

→ For Serving

13 - Powdered sugar for dusting
14 - Lemon wedges (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Place a 10-inch ovenproof skillet or cast iron pan in the oven to heat thoroughly.
02 - Combine eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender. Blend until completely smooth. Let the batter rest while preparing the compote.
03 - In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon if using. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add the butter and swirl to coat the bottom and sides of the pan completely.
05 - Pour the batter into the hot skillet and immediately return it to the oven. Bake for 18-22 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
06 - Remove from oven. The pancake will deflate slightly as it cools. Slice into wedges and serve warm, topped with cranberry compote and a dusting of powdered sugar. Add a squeeze of lemon if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The dramatic oven show makes you feel like a kitchen magician every single time
  • That contrast between crispy edges and soft custardy center is absolutely addictive
02 -
  • A screaming hot pan is non negotiable for that dramatic rise
  • The Dutch baby will start collapsing immediately, so serve it straight from the oven
03 -
  • Let the batter rest for at least 10 minutes while the oven heats
  • Serve immediately because it deflates quickly as it cools

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