Best Gluten-Free Oat German Pancakes – Healthy Breakfast Recipe

Delicious and satisfying, gluten-free oat German pancakes (also known as Dutch babies or puff pancakes) make the perfect healthy breakfast! They have lots of protein, fat, and fiber, so they’re a nutritious way to start your day. Quick to make and kid-friendly, you’ll want to have them a few times a week!

German pancakes are a breakfast classic, and I grew up eating them all the time. Now that I have a one-year old who is currently in a picky eating stage, German pancakes are one of her favorite foods, and I love them as well! Lately they’ve become almost a daily breakfast or snack in our house, and I don’t mind a bit.

Made with lots of eggs and oat flour instead of wheat flour, oat German pancakes not only taste delicious, but they’re really healthy too! I can put them together in 10 minutes, so they make for a perfect breakfast for us even on busy mornings.

Why You’ll Love Gluten-Free Oat German Pancakes

This is one of my favorite breakfast recipes, and I know you’ll love it too!

Quick & easy – They take only about 10 minutes to whip up, and then while they bake you can start getting ready for the day. You’ll have a delicious homemade breakfast ready in no time!

Full of protein – Made with lots of eggs, oat flour, and milk these are chock full of protein which makes them the perfect way to start your day!

Kid-friendly – I’ve never known a child who didn’t love pancakes, and even the pickiest eaters will devour these!

Healthy recipe – Most German pancake recipes are made with wheat flour, but oat flour is a much healthier choice. I doubt you’ll even notice much of a difference in the flavor!

Topping Ideas for Gluten-Free Oat German Pancakes

You can go as simple or creative as you like for oat German pancakes toppings! Here are some of my favorite topping ideas:

• Maple syrup
• Fresh fruit
• Jam or jelly
• Cooked fruit
• Honey
• Powdered sugar
• Whipped cream

How to Store Gluten-Free Oat German Pancakes Leftovers

Oat German pancakes are so delicious that chances are you won’t have many leftovers! But, if you do, you can easily store them in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days.

For best results, reheat them in the oven or toaster oven. If you’re in a hurry, you can also use a microwave, however, the texture may be negatively affected.

FAQs for Making Gluten-Free Oat German Pancakes

Do I have to use a cast iron skillet? – No, you can use a 9″ pie pan or 9″ x 13″ glass baking dish instead. Keep in mind that the difference in pan sizes will have an effect on the texture of the German pancake.

Can I use more eggs? – Yes! I think it tastes best made with 6 eggs, however, 7 or even 8 eggs work as well.

Can I use fewer eggs? – I think German pancakes are best with 6 eggs, however, in a pinch you could use only 5 eggs.

Why does my German pancake shrink? – German pancakes naturally shrink after removing them from the oven. Don’t worry, it doesn’t affect the flavor.

Can I use regular flour? – Yes, you can substitute regular flour for the oat flour, but it won’t be gluten-free.

Can I make this recipe dairy-free? Yes, simply substitute the butter for coconut oil and use a non-dairy milk such as almond milk instead of regular milk.

What toppings should I use? – You can use any toppings you would eat on regular pancakes! My favorites are whipped cream, maple syrup, and fresh fruit. If you prefer, you can also make these savory by using toppings such as cheese and chopped vegetables.

Tools You May Need

15″ cast iron skillet

Mixing bowl

Measuring cups and spoons

Whisk

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Ingredients

Eggs – Lots of eggs are key to making it puff up!

Milk – I prefer using whole milk, but you can use any type of dairy or non-dairy milk you prefer.

Oat flour – Homemade or store bought both work great! If you need this recipe to be gluten free, make sure to use gluten free oat flour.

Butter – This gives it a delicious, rich flavor, however, you can substitute coconut oil if you prefer. Unsalted butter is best, but if all you have is salted butter, just skip adding salt to the batter.

Vanilla extract

Salt – Sea salt or Himalayan

Toppings of choice – Use any traditional or creative pancake toppings you would like! My favorite way to serve oat German pancakes is with homemade whipped cream, maple syrup, and fresh fruit.

How to Make Oat German Pancakes

Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees. Put the butter in the skillet and place in the oven while it’s preheating to melt it. Make sure to keep an eye on it so you can remove it before the butter burns!

Add the eggs, milk, oat flour, vanilla, and salt to a large mixing bowl and whisk together until smooth.

Once the oven is preheated, pour the batter into the skillet with the melted butter. Make sure not to pour in the batter before the oven is preheated and you’re ready to bake it! If you do, the hot skillet will start to bake the edges before you place it in the oven.

Bake for 28 minutes or until the edges have puffed up and are just beginning to turn brown. Once you remove it from the oven, the pancake will deflate some.

Oat German pancakes are best served warm with any toppings of your choice.

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