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Fresh Milled Flour Dutch Baby Pancake

A light, custardy fresh milled flour Dutch baby pancake that puffs beautifully in the oven. An easy, protein-packed breakfast with simple ingredients.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
30 minutes
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Grain mill
  • Kitchen scale
  • Food processor, blender, or bowl/whisk
  • 10" skillet or oven-safe pan

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs or 4 small, room temperature
  • 84 g soft white wheat berries
  • ¾ cup whole milk room temperature
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Weigh out 84 grams of soft white wheat berries and mill on the lowest setting (makes about 3/4 cup).
  2. In a food processor, blender, or bowl, combine the fresh-milled flour, eggs, milk, sugar, salt, and pinch of nutmeg. Blend or whisk until smooth, about 30 seconds. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes (don’t skip this).
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place a 10-inch skillet or oven-safe pan inside the oven while it heats, about 5 minutes.
  4. Carefully remove the hot pan and add 2 tablespoons butter, swirling to coat as it melts.
  5. Pour the batter into the hot pan and immediately return it to the preheated oven.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, until puffed and deeply golden around the edges.
  7. Remove from the oven and serve right away—the Dutch baby will naturally deflate as it cools.

Storage

  1. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-5 days and reheated gently in the oven or skillet, though the texture will be softer.

Notes

  • Preheat the pan: A hot skillet is key for a good rise.
  • Blend or whisk well: A smooth batter helps the Dutch baby puff evenly.
  • Let the batter rest: Let the batter sit for about 10 minutes before baking. This gives the fresh-milled flour time to absorb the liquid and slightly thicken.
  • Use room temperature milk and eggs: Helps the Dutch baby puff more quickly and evenly.
  • Don’t open the oven early: Steam is what creates the rise.