Mary Lindeblad's Dutch Babies


Somewhere between a popover and a muffin, these puffs rise like magic in the oven. The airy texture and sweet taste make them a perfect breakfast treat.

 

Ingredients:

4

teaspoons butter

4

eggs

1

cup milk

1

cup flour

1/2

teaspoon salt

 

non-stick oil spray

 

Directions:

1.

Set oven to 475 degrees.

2,

Put one teaspoon of a butter in 4 separate 1 1/2 X 3 1/2 INCH ramekins or 1 tablespoon of butter in an oven proof 8-INCH skillet into the oven to melt.

3,

Place eggs, milk, flour and salt in a blender and blend thoroughly.

4,

Carefully remove ramekins or skillet from the oven and spray non-stick oil around the sides.

5,

Pour mixture into ramekins or skillet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until nicely puffed and browned.

6,

Remove from the oven. The puff will begin to deflate

7,

Drizzle a little fresh lemon juice and a dusting of powdered sugar onto each puff. Serve immediately with sliced fresh fruit.