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Light and Fluffy German Apple Pancake for Two

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A quick and easy German apple pancake that’s perfect for two, with puffy edges and a custardy center, made with simple ingredients in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus 1 teaspoon for the apples
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place your oven-safe skillet inside while it heats.
  2. Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and thinly slice your apple. In a small bowl, toss the slices with 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. Make the batter: In your mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until frothy, about 30 seconds. Gradually add the flour, whisking continuously until smooth. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Sauté the apples: Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and swirl until melted. Add the apple slices in a single layer. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until they start to soften and caramelize. Flip once, then remove from heat.
  5. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet with the apples. Pour the batter evenly over the apples. Do not stir.
  6. Bake for 14-18 minutes, until the pancake is puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven while baking.
  7. Serve immediately: Dust generously with powdered sugar. Slice into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, don’t skip preheating the skillet or resting the batter. Use room-temperature eggs. Start checking the pancake at 14 minutes to avoid overbaking.

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Keywords: German apple pancake, apple pancake for two, easy breakfast, quick brunch, skillet pancake

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