This German pancake recipe offers a delightful change from regular pancakes. Instead of the traditional maple syrup, try topping your pancake with fruit jam. To make the pancakes, you’ll need the following ingredients: 3 large eggs, ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup milk (preferably whole), ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (optional), ½ cup fruit jam (optional), and 2 tablespoons of confectioners’ sugar.
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Start by whisking the eggs in a large bowl until well combined. Gradually add the flour and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth. Next, mix in the milk, salt, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Set this mixture aside.
Place the butter in a large cast-iron skillet and transfer it to the oven until the butter has melted. Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and pour the batter into it. Return the skillet to the oven and bake until the pancake puffs up and turns golden brown, approximately 15 minutes.
Once baked, drizzle the pancake with lemon juice, if desired. Spread a layer of fruit jam on top, if using, and finish with a sprinkle of confectioners’ sugar. Enjoy this simple yet tasty dish for breakfast or as a brunch treat. It provides a fluffy texture similar to a pastry and is best enjoyed fresh from the oven.
