FAQs
The Dutch Baby is another Original Pancake House exclusive. Like the Apple Pancake it is made from fresh German batter, but there are no apples or cinnamon sugar. This delicacy bakes up into a large puff in the oven and is served to you immediately. It will deflate right before your eyes just like the Apple Pancake.
Why do they call it a Dutch baby? ›
While these pancakes are derived from the German pancake dish, it is said that the name Dutch baby was coined by one of Victor Manca's daughters, where "Dutch" perhaps was her corruption of the German autonym deutsch. Manca's Cafe claimed that it owned the trademark for Dutch babies in 1942.
Is a Dutch baby the same as a pannenkoeken? ›
Although the name suggests otherwise, The Dutch Baby Pancake is actually an American thing. From what I've read, they were made popular by German immigrants in the US, which makes sense because they do loosely resemble traditional German Pannekoeken.
Where did the Dutch baby come from in Seattle? ›
Many credit Seattle's Maca Cafe for adapting the recipe in the early 20th century. Legend has it that when Victor Maca's daughter first saw the German-derived dish, she mispronounced Deutsch (“German”) as “Dutch,” and the Dutch baby was born. The simple recipe leaves plenty of room for creativity.
What was the first original pancake house? ›
The first Original Pancake House (OPH) opened in 1953 in Portland, Oregon, by Les Highet and Erma Hueneke, who collected recipes for their restaurant from around the world. They soon franchised the name and recipes into locations spanning over more than half of the U.S. states.
What is a pancake in Dutch slang? ›
Pannenkoek — Among the more benign Dutch insults you could call someone to let them know that they're an idiot? A pancake.
Can you reheat a Dutch baby? ›
Make-Ahead and Storage. How to Reheat: Place the Dutch baby on a cookie sheet tray lined with parchment paper and cooked at 350° until warmed, about 3-5 minutes. You can also reheat in the microwave.
Why does Dutch baby puff? ›
As the pancake's outer shell hardens, the water within the batter converts to steam and looks for a way out but can't. The pancake then inflates like a balloon because of this trapped steam. It typically bakes in a wide and shallow pan.
What is the difference between Dutch pancakes and regular pancakes? ›
What's the difference between a Dutch pancake and an American pancake? A Dutch pancake is usually larger and much thinner than the thick and fluffy American pancakes. If you order a Dutch pancake at PANCAKES Amsterdam, you will get a delicious thin pancake with a diameter of 32 centimeters.
Why does my Dutch baby taste eggy? ›
If you would like the inside of the finished dish to be a little less "egg-y" then cut the number of eggs down to 3, and many many reviewers also found that just 3 Tablespoons of butter worked better for them.
However, one key difference distinguishes them: A Dutch baby requires sugar, while Yorkshire pudding requires salt.
What does a dutch baby taste like? ›
Dutch Baby Pancakes taste like Crepes but in pancake form. The batter puffs up to form a billowy crust with a custard-like center.
Why did my Dutch baby fall? ›
Why did my Dutch Baby collapse? Usually this happens if the pan/butter aren't hot enough. After a lot of tests, I found that if too much of the butter in the pan swirls into the batter, it can prevent it from puffing in the first place.
Why is a Dutch baby called a baby? ›
The term “Dutch baby” was coined by an American restaurateur whose use of “Dutch” was a corruption of the word “Deutsch” (“German” in German). “Baby” referred to the fact that the restaurant served miniature versions.
Where did the Dutch originally settle in America? ›
New Netherland was the first Dutch colony in North America. It extended from Albany, New York, in the north to Delaware in the south and encompassed parts of what are now the states of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Connecticut, and Delaware.
What does a Dutch baby taste like? ›
Dutch Baby Pancakes taste like Crepes but in pancake form. The batter puffs up to form a billowy crust with a custard-like center.
Does IHOP have a Dutch baby? ›
Is a Dutch baby or German pancake available at many restaurants, and if so, where can I buy one? They take some time to make so they are not available at places that work on a fast-service style of operating, like IHOP or Denny's.
What is the science behind Dutch baby? ›
As the pancake's outer shell hardens, the water within the batter converts to steam and looks for a way out but can't. The pancake then inflates like a balloon because of this trapped steam. It typically bakes in a wide and shallow pan.
What is it that makes the Dutch baby rise? ›
What makes a Dutch baby rise? The magic that makes that Dutch baby pancake rise to its signature heights is simple: Steam! The combination of air that's whipped into the eggs when you mix the batter and the super hot cast-iron skillet (and oven) create the conditions needed for the lift we love.
Have you tried our Dutch Baby Pancake before? If not, you have really been missing out! This dish isn’t your typical pancake. It is oven baked, rich and fluffy. We serve it with lemon, butter and powdered sugar. The Dutch Baby makes for a tasty breakfast that is just slightly off the beaten path.