Sunday Brunch: German Apple Pancake

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Sunday Brunch: German Apple Pancake
60 min.
4
314kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience that will elevate your Sunday brunch to new heights! This German Apple Pancake is not just a dish; it's a celebration of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Imagine waking up to the warm aroma of cinnamon and baked apples wafting through your kitchen, inviting you to indulge in a comforting morning meal.

This vegetarian-friendly pancake is a perfect blend of fluffy goodness and sweet, caramelized apples, making it an ideal choice for breakfast or brunch gatherings with family and friends. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a stunning centerpiece that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. The pancake puffs up beautifully in the oven, forming a golden-brown crust that encases tender apple wedges, all while being surprisingly easy to prepare.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this recipe serves four, making it perfect for sharing. Each bite is a harmonious balance of sweetness and spice, with a caloric count that allows you to enjoy without guilt. So, gather your loved ones, whip up this German Apple Pancake, and make your Sunday brunch a memorable occasion filled with laughter, love, and delicious food!

Ingredients

  • medium apples cored peeled cut into 1/2 inch wedges
  • 0.8 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • cup milk 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Pour melted butter in pie plate and coat bottom.
  3. Sprinkle pie plate with brown sugar and cinnamon then arrange apple slices on top.
  4. Bake until apples are slightly softened, about 10 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, whisk eggs and milk in large bowl.
  6. Add flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar, and whisk until just combined.
  7. Pour batter over softened apples and bake for 25 to 45 minutes, depending on size of pan and thickness of pancake. Pancake should be puffed up and a light golden brown color.

Nutrition Facts

Calories314kcal
Protein11.11%
Fat31.42%
Carbs57.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
90.52
Glycemic Load
23.82
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.56521740167%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.43mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
6.85mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Quercetin
3.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:314.3kcal
15.71%
Fat:11.19g
17.21%
Saturated Fat:5.83g
36.43%
Carbohydrates:46.05g
15.35%
Net Carbohydrates:42.97g
15.62%
Sugar:24.49g
27.21%
Cholesterol:145.13mg
48.38%
Sodium:269.58mg
11.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.9g
17.8%
Selenium:19.41µg
27.73%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.28%
Phosphorus:180.82mg
18.08%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.48%
Calcium:155.87mg
15.59%
Folate:61.4µg
15.35%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.66%
Fiber:3.08g
12.34%
Iron:1.93mg
10.7%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.58%
Vitamin A:502.57IU
10.05%
Vitamin B5:0.9mg
9.05%
Vitamin D:1.33µg
8.87%
Vitamin B3:1.57mg
7.84%
Potassium:267.66mg
7.65%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.16%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.96%
Magnesium:21.9mg
5.48%
Vitamin C:4.2mg
5.1%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.86%
Copper:0.09mg
4.33%
Vitamin K:3µg
2.86%