Oven Baked Mini German Pancakes

Simplify your morning routine with an oven baked mini German pancakes recipe.

Healthy Breakfast Ideas

Wondering what a dietitian has for breakfast? You’re not alone. It’s one of the most commonly asked questions.

Now I’m all about sharing recipes and food ideas, but wouldn’t you rather hear many different suggestions? Not just what I choose to eat. Well, the Recipe ReDux has you covered, as this month we’re breaking out of the breakfast boredom with a fresh set of recipe ideas to start the day. 

Having a few healthy breakfast options makes mornings run a little smoother. From simple ideas of what to put on toast, breakfast wraps and sandwiches, to time saving meals like this microwave shakshuka recipe there are lots of healthy breakfast menu to try. More of a morning coffee person? Not a problem, mix it into your breakfast with a coffee oatmeal recipe.

German Pancakes

Dutch baby pancakes—also known as German pancakes—are a popover style pancake usually baked in a large skillet. While baking the edges puff up while the center remains flat, like a thick crepe.

Pancakes in a Muffin Tin

Instead of cooking these on top of the stove, they get baked in the oven. To make these mini, the batter is divided among a muffin tin.

These individual, mini German pancakes will puff up and turn golden while baking just like the larger version. Once out of the oven, they tend to deflate. That’s normal too.

You can make this German pancakes recipe plain or increase the vitamin C and fiber by adding blueberries. The blueberries will cause the batter to deflate more, creating hollow cavities in each pancake. Giving each pancake their own unique look.

More Muffin Tin Recipes

Before you unload the dishwasher, here are some more muffin tin recipes to try for breakfast.

Muffins

As intended, use your muffin to to make Blackberry Bran & Zucchini Muffins 

Individual Egg Portions

Mix eggs together with vegetables like these Riced Broccoli Egg Muffins for a healthy & travel friendly breakfast. For a fun surprise, try this recipe for a Muffin Tin Cheddar Biscuits with Hidden Egg Inside.

Baked Oatmeal

Back to a more classic breakfast, combine oatmeal and fresh fruit into these Breakfast Oatmeal and Cranberry Muffins.

Tips for Making These German Pancakes

Make Breakfast before Bed

The batter to make these mini German pancakes can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance. Store premade batter covered in the refrigerator.

Fresh or Frozen?

Customize your choice mixins based on what ingredients you have available. Both fresh or frozen blueberries can be used to make this mini German pancake recipe

Want a quick breakfast to take on the go? Keep a batch of these individual German pancakes in the freezer. In the morning, simple re-heat before serving.

Grab a Mini Kitchen Helper

Have little ones in your household? Invite them to help you make this recipe. Kids can assist in measuring out ingredients, mixing the batter & adding in the blueberries.

Mini German Pancakes (Dutch Boy Pancakes)

Yield: 22 mini pancakes

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Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons white whole wheat flour
• 3 tablespoons 2% fat Greek yogurt
• 3 tablespoons milk (2%)
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoons maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
• ½ cup blueberries (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425ºF. Spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients except the blueberries. Continue to whisk until all the ingredients are combined into a smooth and shiny batter. Some bubbles should also appear.

Fill the mini muffin tins up halfway with 1 tablespoon of the batter. If using, drop 3-4 blueberries into the center of each compartment.

Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the pancakes have puffed and the edges have developed some color.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 5.5 Serving Size: 4 pancakes
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 91Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 88mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 5g

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