Serves 6
60 min
Finnish Pancake with Caramelized Apples
Recipe GLPR220346c77bc56e
A classic Nordic-style baked pancake with a fluffy, custardy texture baked in a cast-iron skillet, served with warm caramelized apples spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. This one-pan wonder is simple to prepare yet feels elegant enough for brunch or dessert.
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Ingredients
4 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
2½ cups whole milk
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, for the skillet
2 tablespoons butter, for cooking apples
4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons brown sugar
Pinch of salt
Directions
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Place 2 tablespoons of butter into a 10-inch oven-safe cast-iron skillet and transfer it to the oven. Allow the butter to melt completely, about 3-5 minutes. (Alternatively, melt the butter separately and pour it into a 9×13 inch baking dish.)
In a large bowl, beat the 4 eggs together until well combined.
Add the flour, milk, sugar, and salt to the beaten eggs. Stir the mixture until smooth and no lumps remain.
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and pour the batter into it. Return the skillet to the oven immediately.
Bake the pancake for 35-40 minutes until it is golden brown and puffed, with the center just set. (If using a 9×13 inch baking dish, check for doneness around 30-35 minutes.)
While the pancake bakes, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium skillet over low heat.
Add the sliced apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt to the melted butter. Stir gently to combine.
Cook the apple mixture over low heat, stirring frequently, for about 15-20 minutes until the apples are very soft and the juices have caramelized into a syrupy glaze.
Remove the pancake from the oven. It should be puffed and golden. Top with the warm caramelized apples and serve immediately while the pancake is still warm.
