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Poffertjes (Dutch Pancakes)

Delicious Poffertjes: Irresistibly Fluffy Dutch Pancakes

Poffertjes are delightful tiny Dutch pancakes that combine yeasted dough fluffiness with nostalgia. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Dutch
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups Warm Milk 90 to 100°F
  • 1 packet SAF Instant Yeast
  • 1.75 cups White All-Purpose Flour can substitute with cake flour
  • 1 tbsp Sugar optional
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 1 Egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • Butter for greasing the pan

Equipment

  • Poffertjes pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm the milk to 90–100°F, sprinkle yeast and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl using a whisk.
  3. Add the yeast mixture and egg to dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, keeping it slightly lumpy.
  4. Cover the bowl and let the batter rise for 30 minutes to 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Grease the poffertjes pan with butter and heat it over medium heat.
  6. Fill each divot halfway with batter, cooking for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form.
  7. Flip each poffertje and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Serve warm with powdered sugar and desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Experiment with toppings such as Nutella or fresh fruits to enhance your poffertjes experience.

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