Oven-baked pancake pudding

Oven Pancake Pudding – a quick and delicious dessert

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Number of servings: 6

I propose a refined recipe for oven pancake pudding that combines the fluffy texture of pancakes with a rich and flavorful filling. It is a simple yet impressive dessert, perfect for enjoying at breakfast or as a sweet snack at any time of the day.

Ingredients:

For the pancakes:
- 250 g of flour (use good quality flour to achieve fluffy pancakes)
- 3 eggs (at room temperature)
- 500 ml of milk (you can use skimmed or whole milk, depending on your preference)
- 50 g of sugar (or more, depending on how sweet you want it)
- A pinch of salt
- 30 ml of oil for frying (sunflower oil is ideal, but you can also use butter)

For the filling:
- 300 g of cottage cheese or ricotta (for a creamy texture)
- 100 g of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla (or vanilla extract)
- Grated zest of one lemon (for a fresh taste)
- 3-4 pears, peeled and sliced (caramelized pears add a special flavor)

Preparation method:

1. Start by making the pancakes. In a large bowl, put the flour and make a well in the center. Add the eggs and half of the milk. Start mixing with a whisk, gradually incorporating the flour into the liquids. When the mixture becomes smooth, add the remaining milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Continue mixing until you obtain a fluid composition, without lumps.

2. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a little oil. Pour a ladle of batter into the pan and swirl to evenly cover the base. Cook the pancake for 2-3 minutes, until golden, then flip to the other side and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes. Repeat the process until you exhaust all the batter. You will get approximately 8-10 pancakes.

3. Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest. Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous composition.

4. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

5. Take a pancake, add a generous spoonful of filling and a few slices of caramelized pears in the center. Roll the pancake and place it in a greased baking dish with a little butter. Repeat with all the pancakes, placing them nicely side by side in the dish.

6. If you want an extra flavor, you can pour a mixture of 2 beaten eggs and 200 ml of milk on top to create a golden and delicious crust.

7. Bake the pancake pudding in the oven for 30 minutes or until it becomes golden and fluffy.

8. Let it cool slightly before serving. You can sprinkle powdered sugar on top and add a caramel or chocolate sauce for extra flavor.

Useful tips:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a uniform composition.
- You can experiment with different fillings, such as chocolate, jam, or berries.
- If you want a healthier option, you can replace sugar with honey or natural sweeteners.

This oven pancake pudding is not only a simple dessert but also an elegant way to impress. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or tea and savor every bite!

 Ingredients: PANCAKES (1 serving: 8 sheets): 100 g flour (replace 2 tablespoons of flour with 2 tablespoons of cocoa), 2 lightly beaten eggs, 300 ml regular or buttermilk, 15 g melted butter, oil for frying, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. FILLING: 8 bananas, sliced, 3 tablespoons rum, 1 tablespoon sugar, zest and juice of 1/2 orange. HONEY SAUCE: 25 g butter, 25 g flour, 300 ml milk, 1 tablespoon honey, 15 g sliced almonds.