German Hotcakes

These easy German Hotcakes are a family breakfast recipe made with just 5 simple ingredients. The batter comes together in the blender, bakes in a buttery 9x13 pan, and comes out light and fluffy with crispy, buttery edges.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 305 kcal

Equipment

blender
13x9 pan

Ingredients

6 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter 1 stick
Maple syrup for serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Add the eggs, flour, milk, and salt to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
Place the butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish and put the dish in the preheated oven until the butter is melted. Watch it closely so the butter does not burn.
Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and pour the batter directly into the melted butter.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the hotcakes are puffed and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and serve immediately with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.

Notes

The original family recipe uses a full stick of butter, which gives the hotcakes their rich flavor and buttery edges. You can reduce the butter to 1/4 cup for a lighter version.

German Hotcakes will puff while they bake and naturally deflate slightly after coming out of the oven.

For the best texture, use regular all-purpose flour. Almond flour can be substituted, but it creates a much denser result.

Serve immediately for the best light, fluffy texture and crispy edges.

Nutrition

Calories: 305kcal