Name: mini german pancakes fluffy baked recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 120g (0.5 cup) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure for the pancakes.; 30g (0.25 cup) Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness to the batter.; 2 Large Eggs: Binds ingredients and creates a light texture.; 240ml (1 cup) Whole Milk: Provides moisture and richness.; 30ml (2 tbsp) Melted Unsalted Butter: Adds flavor and tenderness.; 0.25 tsp Salt: Enhances flavors.; 1 tsp Vanilla Extract: Adds warm, aromatic flavor.; 200g (1 cup) Diced Apples (Granny Smith): The star of the compote, providing tartness.; 30g (2 tbsp) Brown Sugar: Adds caramel-like sweetness to the compote.; 0.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon: A classic spice for apples.; 0.25 tsp Ground Nutmeg: Adds warm, subtle spice.; 15ml (1 tbsp) Lemon Juice: Brightens the compote and prevents browning.; 15ml (1 tbsp) Water: Helps create the right compote consistency.; 60g (0.25 cup) Butter: Base for the caramel drizzle.; 80g (0.33 cup) Light Brown Sugar: Adds molasses-like sweetness to the caramel.; 30ml (2 tbsp) Heavy Cream: Creates a smooth caramel sauce.; Pinch of Sea Salt: Balances the caramel’s sweetness.; 15g (2 tbsp) Sliced Almonds, Toasted: Adds crunch and nutty flavor.; Extra Cinnamon: For dusting.

Description

These Mini German Pancakes are a delightful brunch or dessert, featuring a warm spiced apple compote center and a luscious caramel drizzle. They’re surprisingly easy to make and bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

Scale

120g (0.5 cup) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure for the pancakes.
30g (0.25 cup) Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness to the batter.
2 Large Eggs: Binds ingredients and creates a light texture.
240ml (1 cup) Whole Milk: Provides moisture and richness.
30ml (2 tbsp) Melted Unsalted Butter: Adds flavor and tenderness.
0.25 tsp Salt: Enhances flavors.
1 tsp Vanilla Extract: Adds warm, aromatic flavor.
200g (1 cup) Diced Apples (Granny Smith): The star of the compote, providing tartness.
30g (2 tbsp) Brown Sugar: Adds caramel-like sweetness to the compote.
0.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon: A classic spice for apples.
0.25 tsp Ground Nutmeg: Adds warm, subtle spice.
15ml (1 tbsp) Lemon Juice: Brightens the compote and prevents browning.
15ml (1 tbsp) Water: Helps create the right compote consistency.
60g (0.25 cup) Butter: Base for the caramel drizzle.
80g (0.33 cup) Light Brown Sugar: Adds molasses-like sweetness to the caramel.
30ml (2 tbsp) Heavy Cream: Creates a smooth caramel sauce.
Pinch of Sea Salt: Balances the caramel’s sweetness.
15g (2 tbsp) Sliced Almonds, Toasted: Adds crunch and nutty flavor.
Extra Cinnamon: For dusting.

Instructions

Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F) and grease a mini-muffin tin.
Combine Dry: Whisk flour and sugar in a bowl.
Combine Wet: Beat eggs, then add milk, butter, salt, and vanilla.
Combine All: Gradually add wet to dry, gently stirring until just combined.
Rest Batter: Let batter rest for 5 minutes.
Make Compote: Cook apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and water until softened.
Fill Tins: Spoon batter into tins, add compote, then cover with more batter.
Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until puffed and golden.
Make Caramel: Melt butter, add brown sugar, then cream and salt; simmer for 2 minutes.
Assemble & Serve: Drizzle with caramel, sprinkle with almonds and cinnamon, and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, avoid opening the oven door during baking to prevent deflation. Resting the batter helps create a more tender pancake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Bake
Cuisine: German

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 100 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

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