89 Reviews of Mean's Dutch Babies

From: Daphne2002

On Mar 5, 2003

After reading all the talk about these "pancakes" not turning out right, when in fact that's how they were supposed to be, I had to give them a try. But, I had the advantage of knowing that is how they should be. It was so much fun to watch! The cake rose so high in the oven and then as soon as I took it out, it collapsed in the middle. The crunchy sides stood higher than the middle, which was almost completely flat. I served mine with maple syrup and a sqeeze of lime and it was wonderful. I will be fixing these again because I am imagining the sunken center being filled with berries and then sprinkled with powdered sugar for a beautiful brunch!

From: Earlie862

On Apr 19, 2003

This is my breakfast of choice in one of my favorite resturants!I usually have to drive 45 minutes for one of these, but no more. It is served with fresh strawberies ,blueberries, bananas, strawberry syrup and whipped cream in one version. The other is served with veggies and cheese filling the center and a little sour cream on the side. I never thought that it would be so easy to make. I had mine with fresh strawberies and alittle strawberry jam. Fantasic!!!

From: Melany *

On Dec 10, 2002

my jaw is on the floor. the only place i've seen dutch babies is the menu @ Minnies in seattle. i've always wanted to make these, thanks for posting the recipe!! btw, these come out like overblown pancakes with a custard middle. very rich and delicious!

From: KyJo

On Mar 6, 2003

This has always been a favoriet in my household. We like to fill the center with fried apples with lots of cinnamon. Topped with whipped cream it makes a great tasting dessert.

From: dukeswalker

On Jan 19, 2005

WoW! This was AWESOME!! I made this in a 9 in cake pan (sorry, no cast iron pan). It puffed up beautifully and then fell in the middle and left a wonderful, dense, chewy middle. Perfect to fill in with some cinnamon apples and cinnamon syrup. I would have given it a full 5 stars except for: this turned to be VERY BUTTERY. There was literally a puddle of butter sitting on top after the middle fell. I cut out the 1st slice and it all ran to the bottom of the pan - I could literally feel my arteries clogging! Next time : HALF the butter. Also - there sure were a lot of eggs called for - I added only 3 with superb results. This was quick, easy, and loved by the kids and the preteen and the hubby - A keeper!

From: **Tinkerbell**

On May 26, 2003

I have been making German pancakes/oven pancakes for years. My husband told me about a recipe his grandmother used to make, "Dutch Babies". His mom gave me a recipe once and it got lost in a move from Seattle to Boise. So one day about 6 months ago i looked up Dutch Babies on Recipezaar to surprise my husband and found that they were my "German pancake". I made this recipe anyway and we loved it! I've been making it ever since and meaning to review but haven't gotten to it til now. The up-side to that is we've tried this recipe with everything from just butter and powdered suger or maple syrup, to blueberry/raspberry syrup. Our favorite is the blueberry/raspberry that i make for my "Very Berry French Toast", posted on this site. Thanks for posting this recipe!

From: Cindy Lynn

On Feb 5, 2003

These are almost identical to a recipe for Oven-baked Pancakes that I've been making for years, but didn't include as many options. I chose the option of honey rather than sugar and baked in a cast-iron skillet, topped with maple syrup. They are fun to watch as they bake. They seem to be trying to 'climb' out of the skillet--rose a good two inches above the edge. The outside turned out slightly crispy (golden brown) and the inside is almost souffle-like. We've always used powdered sugar to top, but I learned I much prefer the maple syrup! DH definitely agreed with me 'cause he went back for seconds, therefore we only had enough for 3 people rather than 4. Thank you for sharing this recipe and the included ideas Mean Chef!!!

From: Iron Bloomers

On Mar 9, 2003

Followed the directions to the letter---PERFECT! Such a nice change from traditional pancakes & very easy to do. Also the topping chices are endless. These make a pretty presentation too.

From: CoffeeMom

On Dec 9, 2004

I really like this as a breakfast. Not too sweet, just right.

From: Mom2 T, K, K & G

On Sep 17, 2006

This breakfast was quick and easy to prepare...and yummy! My picky kids even ate it...after saying "I don't know what food this is." (They are 6, 4, & 3.) I served theirs with syrup, and had mine with strawberries and a little powdered sugar...oh so good! Thanks for posting this!