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Air Fryer Dutch Baby

This easy air fryer Dutch baby is a quick single-serving pancake with crispy, puffed edges and a soft, custardy center—ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for a simple breakfast or brunch treat.
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Yield: 1 Serving
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp half-and-half (or whole milk)
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (about 1/16 tsp)
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
For Topping
  • Lemon wedge
  • Powdered sugar
  • Maple syrup
  • Fresh berries

Instructions

  1. Blend the egg, milk, flour, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth, then let the batter rest briefly.
  2. Preheat a small oven-safe dish in the air fryer with butter until hot.
  3. Pour in the batter over the hot butter and air fry at 400°F for about 7 minutes until puffed and golden.
  4. Let cool slightly, then finish with lemon juice, powdered sugar, and your favorite toppings before serving.

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Notes

For best results, make sure the dish and butter are fully preheated before adding the batter—this helps create the signature puff. The Dutch baby will deflate slightly after cooking, which is normal. You can swap toppings with fresh berries, syrup, or yogurt depending on your preference.