Fruit Bismarcks

By Spookie

Bismarcks also are known as Dutch babies and German pancakes. Though this oven pancake isn't commonly served as a breakfast item in England, its savory counterpart, known as a Yorkshire pudding, is served for Sunday dinner with leftovers being served with jam for dessert. Use any fruit you like for the filling; fresh berries are particularly good, but sauteed apples with cinnamon and sugar are tasty as well.

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup bread flour, sifted
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Pinch salt
• 4 tbs (1/2 stick) butter
• 1 1/2 cups fresh fruit, such as sliced peaches, citrus segments or berries
• Powdered sugar or whipped cream, to garnish, if desired

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prehear oven to 450F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, flour, baking powder and salt until smooth.
3. Place the butter in a pie plate or oven-safe skillet. Set the pie plate in the oven. When the butter has melted, swirl the pan around to fully coat the bottom and sides. Pour the batter into the hot pan and immediately return to the oven. Bake for 15 minutes, then lower the temperature to 375F and continue to cook until browned and puffy, about another 10 minutes.
4. Remove the pan from the oven. Heap the fruit in the center, then serve with powdered sugar or topped with whipped cream, if desired.