Low Fat German Pancake

Indulge in a delightful breakfast treat with this Low Fat German Pancake—a light and airy twist on the classic dish, perfect for those seeking a healthier option without sacrificing flavor. This recipe swaps whole milk for skim milk and uses minimal butter to keep it low in fat while still delivering its signature fluffy texture and golden edges. With a simple blender batter made from pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, vanilla, and a touch of sugar, this pancake comes together effortlessly in just 10 minutes of prep time. Baked to perfection in the oven, it puffs up beautifully before being dusted with powdered sugar and served with refreshing lemon wedges for a bright, citrusy finish. Ideal for cozy mornings or elegant brunches, this health-conscious German pancake serves four and is as stunning as it is easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup skim milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
• 0 lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Place a 10-inch oven-proof skillet or baking dish in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the all-purpose flour, skim milk, eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and sugar. Blend on high speed until the batter is smooth and homogeneous, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Carefully remove the preheated skillet from the oven. Add the butter to the skillet and swirl it around until it is completely melted and evenly coats the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the skillet over the melted butter. Immediately place the skillet back into the oven.

Step 6

Bake the pancake for 18-20 minutes, or until it is puffed up and golden brown around the edges.

Step 7

Once baked, remove the skillet from the oven. The pancake will deflate slightly as it cools.

Step 8

Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top of the pancake and serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over individual slices.

Step 9

Cut into wedges and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(379.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	665.2

Total Fat 27.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 592.7mg	0%
Sodium 853.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 28.5g	0%

Vitamin D 173.7IU	0%
Calcium 258.6mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 493.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 45.5%