8 Dutch Baby Pancake Recipes for an Extra-Special Breakfast or Brunch

You might already be a fan of the crisp, custardy, puffy delights of a Dutch baby pancake, or you might be utterly surprised that a "pancake" recipe would call for oven time. Either way, this family hit and party classic never fails to impress eaters (and Instagrammers!) with its huge, bubbly rise and golden color—and with very few ingredients and no flipping, Dutch baby pancakes are shockingly easy to make.

In reality, the Dutch baby is less like a pancake and a lot more like a large version of a Yorkshire pudding or a popover. Baked in the oven in a cast iron skillet, this breakfast hero is equally appealing in both savory and sweet incarnations, which means you can decorate it with everything from apple slices to ham and chives. Just be camera ready when this puffy dish comes steaming out of the oven—it can deflate quickly!