Eggs Benedict Dutch Baby

Name: Eggs Benedict Dutch Baby
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup milk; 2 large eggs; salt, to taste; 2 tbsp chives; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 6 oz sliced ham; 4 large eggs, poached; 1/2 cup hollandaise sauce; flaky sea salt, for garnish; chili pepper flakes, for garnish; freshly ground black pepper, to taste

This Eggs Benedict Dutch Baby is a savory baked pancake topped with ham, poached eggs, and rich hollandaise sauce. It delivers the classic brunch flavors of Eggs Benedict in an impressive, single-pan format with a dramatic puffy rise.

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Total

30 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$26–$43

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
salt, to taste
2 tbsp chives
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
3 tbsp unsalted butter
6 oz sliced ham
4 large eggs, poached
1/2 cup hollandaise sauce
flaky sea salt, for garnishoptional
chili pepper flakes, for garnishoptional
freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1
In a jug or blender cup, combine the flour, milk, 2 eggs, and a pinch of salt.
2
Blend with an immersion blender or whisk until the batter is completely smooth. Set aside to come to room temperature.
3
In a small bowl, prepare the cheese herb mix by combining most of the chopped chives, grated garlic, grated Parmesan, and another pinch of salt. Mix together.
4
Place a 10-inch cast iron or other oven-safe skillet in the oven and preheat it until very hot.
5
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add the butter and swirl it around until it's melted and sizzling.
6
Pour the room-temperature batter into the center of the hot skillet.
7
Sprinkle the cheese and herb mixture evenly over the batter.
8
Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven door while baking.
9
Remove the Dutch baby from the oven. Fill the center with sliced ham and return to the oven for 5 minutes to warm through.
10
Remove from the oven again and arrange the 4 poached eggs over the warm ham.
11
Drizzle generously with warm hollandaise sauce.
12
Garnish with flaky sea salt, the remaining chopped chives, chili pepper flakes, and freshly ground black pepper.
13
Slice and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Preheat your cast-iron skillet with butter in a 425°F oven for at least 5 minutes—a sizzling pan is essential for the dramatic puff.
Add garlic and chives to the batter for savory depth; don't skip the Parmesan for richness that echoes the hollandaise.
Poach eggs separately and keep them warm in a water bath until the Dutch baby emerges from the oven to ensure everything comes together hot.
The Dutch baby will deflate slightly once removed from heat—this is normal. Top immediately with ham, eggs, and hollandaise while still warm.

Substitutions

Sliced ham → crispy bacon or smoked salmon (adjust quantity to 3–4 oz for salmon)
All-purpose flour → buckwheat flour (use 1/4 cup flour + 1/4 cup buckwheat for nuttier flavor)
Parmesan cheese → aged Gruyère (sharper flavor that pairs well with hollandaise)
Chives → fresh dill or tarragon (complement poached eggs and hollandaise equally well)

Storage & make-ahead

Best served immediately while puffy and warm. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 1 day and reheated gently in a 325°F oven for 5–8 minutes, though texture will soften.

Equipment

cast-iron skillet (10–12 inch) · oven-safe skillet

Common Questions

Can I make the Dutch baby batter ahead of time?

Yes, prepare the batter up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerate. Let it come to room temperature for 15 minutes before baking for the best rise.

How do I get the Dutch baby to puff up properly?

Use a preheated cast-iron or oven-safe skillet with melted butter. A very hot oven (typically 425°F) and avoiding opening the oven door during baking are key to achieving maximum puff.