Description
This Oven Pancakes recipe offers a fluffy, golden baked pancake that perfectly serves 8 to 10 people. Made with simple ingredients like eggs, whole milk, and butter, these pancakes are baked in the oven for a hands-off approach that yields a light, airy texture with a crisp top. Ideal for a comforting breakfast or brunch, served best with Greek yogurt, honey, and preserves.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 4 1/4 cups whole milk
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour plus 3 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 480º F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan, then line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Combine Eggs and Milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the 4 large eggs and 4 1/4 cups whole milk until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the melted unsalted butter (7 tablespoons), granulated sugar (1 tablespoon), and salt (1 teaspoon) into the egg and milk mixture to incorporate all flavors evenly.
- Mix in Flour: Sift the 2 cups plus 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients. Continue mixing gently until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
- Pour Batter Into Pan: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake at High Temperature: Bake in the oven at 480º F for 15 minutes to start the cooking with high heat, which helps the pancake rise and develop a crisp surface.
- Lower Heat and Continue Baking: Reduce the oven temperature to 430º F and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the pancake is deeply golden on top and cooked through.
- Cool Slightly and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the pancake to cool for 5 minutes in the pan. It will deflate slightly. Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt, honey, and your favorite preserves.
Notes
- Use whole milk for the best texture and flavor; low-fat milk can alter the richness.
- Make sure to preheat the oven properly to ensure the pancake rises well.
- The pancake will deflate upon cooling—that’s normal and expected.
- You can substitute butter with a non-dairy alternative if needed, but it may slightly change the flavor and texture.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American