Savory Dutch Baby with Salmon

Some days call for something warm and impressive-looking without committing to a long cook. This savory Dutch baby comes together in minutes and feels like a proper meal, even when time is tight.

It’s crisp at the edges, soft in the middle, and topped simply so you can sit down while it’s still puffed.

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Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
• A pinch of salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

For topping:

• Smoked or hot-smoked salmon, torn into pieces
• Plain cream cheese or thick yogurt
• Fresh dill or chives
• Lemon wedges

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Instructions

1. Heat first, mix second.
   Place an oven-safe skillet or baking dish in the oven and heat it to 220°C / 425°F. This step matters more than perfect batter.
2. Blend the batter quickly.
   In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, flour, salt, and pepper just until smooth. No resting time needed.
3. Add fat to the hot pan.
   Carefully remove the hot pan, add the olive oil or butter, and swirl to coat.
4. Bake immediately.
   Pour the batter into the pan and return it to the oven. Bake for 12–15 minutes until deeply puffed and golden.
5. Top while hot.
   Spoon small dollops of cream cheese over the pancake, scatter the salmon, and finish with herbs and lemon juice.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid:

• Cold pan: the pancake won’t rise properly.
• Overmixing: makes it dense instead of airy.
• Waiting too long to serve: it’s best right out of the oven while dramatic and crisp.

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👉 This works especially well when you’re short on time.