These pancakes are very similar to a well-known Danish dessert called a Dutch Baby. This is the Finnish dessert that must be derived from the same area with a different technique. Such an EASY recipe! Whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, flour, and melted butter, then bake it until golden and fluffy. After the pancake settles we will top it with whipped cream and fresh berries. In America, we think about pancakes as a breakfast item, BUT in Finland this is a strict dessert and it’s DELICIOUS!

This recipe is part of a pancake party class that I taught to educate the 12 Tomato viewers on the pancakes of the world. It’s so interesting to discover the different ways us humans consider breakfast. As I mentioned, these pancakes are traditionally served as a dessert in Finland highlighting just how different food is around the world.

Why can’t all pancakes be THIS easy? American pancakes are fluffy pastries that we know with maple syrup and butter, but these pancakes are slightly sweet with a light tanginess. They are balanced between sweet and savory sometimes served with yogurt for the tang, fresh berries, and a drizzle of honey. My opinion, the best desserts are served with a balance of sweet and savory. You’d be shocked at what a little salt can do to your dessert.

The opportunities to serve this custardy pancake are endless. You can add cheese and serve this as a side dish to braised meat or stews. Who says pancakes are just for breakfast or dessert. Not me!

Prep this custard in advance and refrigerate to just wake up and pop straight in the oven. Easy as that!