Best Savory Dutch Baby

Ham, ricotta cheese, and Parmesan cheese make this savory Dutch baby pancake a satisfying crowd-pleaser at weekend brunch parties.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 19 mins
• Total Time: 29 mins
• Calories: 447 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
• ¾ cup whole milk
• 4 slices deli ham
• 7 eggs, divided
• 4 ounces ricotta cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

Step 2

Place a cast iron skillet in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Whisk 3 eggs together in a bowl until well blended and frothy. Add milk and 2 tablespoons melted butter; mix well. Stir in flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and blend until batter is smooth.

Step 4

Place 1 tablespoon butter in the hot skillet and swirl until bottom is evenly coated and butter is melted. Pour batter into the skillet and place immediately in the oven.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until edges are brown and pancake is inflated, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 6

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; crack 4 eggs into skillet. Cook until desired doneness is reached, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Step 7

Mix ricotta cheese, salt, and pepper, together in a bowl.

Step 8

Cut pancake into 4 pieces and top each with a fried egg, ham, ricotta cheese, and Parmesan shavings.