Dutch Baby Pancakes (Chocolate)

Sometimes called a German pancake, this chocolate Dutch baby will make it feel like you're having dessert for breakfast. Load it up with toppings of your choosing, such as; whipped cream, fruit and maple syrup.

¾ cup whole milk
3 large eggs
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, unbleached, spooned and leveled
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
¼ tsp. kosher salt
½ tsp. pure vanilla extract
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter

Garnish:
3 Tbsp. confectioners' sugar

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C/200°C fan, Gas Mark 7).

In a blender, combine milk, eggs, flour, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla, and granulated sugar. Blend until foamy, 1 minute.

In a large cast-iron skillet, melt butter over medium. Pour batter into skillet and immediately transfer to oven.

Bake until puffed and set, 20 minutes.

Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve immediately.

Makes 8.