Dutch Baby With Cranberry Compote (Print version)

Fluffy oven-baked pancake with tangy cranberry topping, perfect for weekend brunch or sweet dessert.

# What you need:

→ For the Dutch Baby

01 - 3 large eggs
02 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2/3 cup whole milk
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ For the Cranberry Compote

08 - 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1/2 cup orange juice
11 - 1 teaspoon orange zest
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ For Serving

13 - Powdered sugar for dusting
14 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Place a 10-inch ovenproof skillet or cast iron pan in the oven to heat while preparing the batter.
02 - Combine eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender. Blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds. Let the batter rest while preparing the compote.
03 - In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Add the butter and swirl to coat the bottom and sides of the pan completely.
05 - Pour the batter into the hot skillet and immediately return it to the oven. Bake for 18-22 minutes until the pancake is puffed and golden brown with crispy edges.
06 - Remove from the oven. The pancake will deflate slightly as it cools, which is normal. Slice into wedges and serve warm topped with cranberry compote and a dusting of powdered sugar. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon if desired.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The oven does all the dramatic work while you sip your coffee
  • That tart cranberry sauce cuts through the richness perfectly
  • It tastes like something from a fancy brunch spot
02 -
  • A hot pan is non negotiable for that dramatic rise
  • The batter needs rest time or the texture suffers
  • Serve immediately because it deflates as it sits
03 -
  • Put your skillet in the cold oven while it preheats
  • Resist opening the oven door during baking
  • Use room temperature ingredients when possible

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